Position Description
Columbus Academy seeks a part-time (five hours per day) Associate Teacher in the lower school..
The individual selected for this position will be expected to carry out the following responsibilities:
Assist in managing the essential classroom activities of approximately 15-18 students in a child-centered, student-driven curriculum that includes play, sensory experiences and hands-on learning activities in early childhood and primary instructional responsibilities for language arts, mathematics and social studies in Lower School
Collaborate with colleagues - particularly team members - on curriculum design and development
Contribute to periodic updates to parents related to student progress, via both written reports and in-person conferences
Make use of technological resources necessary for curriculum integration and institutional communication
Hold students accountable for the school's standards of behavior
Work with others in the school community to support each student's emotional well-being
Enthusiasm to learn and implement our Responsive Classroom program
Embrace outdoor learning experiences for students
Qualifications
Preferred candidates will possess the following qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in elementary education or a related field
At least two years of experience as an elementary or early childhood educator
Knowledge of varied pedagogy and trends in instruction and curriculum design at the early childhood and elementary school levels
Ability to teach a full range of early childhood and elementary school subjects and to differentiate instruction
Professional orientation towards collaboration and innovation
Willingness to take direction from the lead teachers related to all aspects of classroom management
A reflective practitioner, committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning
Enthusiasm for teaching young children
A positive sense of humor, self-confidence, and effective oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of, and experience in, best practices in foundational literacy instruction
Ability to engage, motivate and develop student learning
Physical Conditions
Candidates must be able to manage the following conditions:
Classroom environment
Mobility around school buildings and on different floors (handicap accessible)
Repetitive motion (use of a keyboard)
Periodic need to move light furniture, hang visuals in classroom, carry objects (no more than 40 pounds), etc.
Ability to spend considerable amounts of time outdoors each week in support of the school’s outdoor learning program
A non-smoking campus
Columbus Academy believes strongly in the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to foster a diverse campus community, which recognizes the value of all persons regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability or socioeconomic background.
Legal requirements: All Columbus Academy employees must pass required criminal records checks. Where appropriate, individuals will also be required to provide proof of academic credentials.