Lower School Associate Teacher

Associate teachers work with experienced lead teachers to support our students as they cultivate their love of learning. This job requires passion for working with middle school students, energy, empathy, flexibility, initiative, and a commitment to teamwork. Successful Associate Teachers must be able to actively work outside in various kinds of weather, maintain regular attendance, be punctual, and dependable. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who are interested in learning and explore valuable skills for future lead teaching opportunities, understanding independent schools and entering graduate programs in the field.   
 
Major Areas of Responsibility/Specific Duties:

• Assisting in classrooms 
• Subbing for lead teachers 
• Leading advisory groups, teaching clubs or elective classes 
• Supporting educational activities such as special projects, events and field trips 
• Chaperoning overnight trips with students 
• Supporting students with organization and planning 
• Rotating coverage duties for lunch, recess and dismissal and occasional before care or afterschool study hall coverage 
• Overseeing students in guided study halls 
• Administrative tasks such as copying, preparing for classes and events 
• Maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality

• Other duties as needed and assigned.

 
Qualities & Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree or Bachelor’s Degree and/or relevant experience.
• Experience working with students, middle school preferred.  
• An interest in the social-emotional development of early adolescents.
• Supportive of the school’s Diversity Commitment, in which we embrace both our commonalities and complex range of differences that enrich our school.  
• Dedication to our mission, in which we inspire and nurture students of high intellectual potential and to promoting our core values: Bobcats are Kind, Inclusive, Respectful and Responsible. 
• Ability to work independently, collegially, and collaboratively. Positive team member.
• Demonstrate a warm, engaging demeanor towards families, colleagues, and public.