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Grace Church School's mission of academic excellence, ethical values and service, and inclusive community anchors our program and informs our pedagogy and curriculum, preparing our students to lead meaningful and productive lives. The school nurtures and educates the whole child, understanding that our humanity comprises mind, body, heart, and spirit. We celebrate our differences, respect our diversity, and embrace our shared human experience.
Lower School Associate Teachers at Grace Church School
We are looking for a Fourth Grade Associate Teacher to start in August 2022. Associate Teachers in the Lower School at Grace Church School assist Head Teachers in all aspects of the life of the classroom. They are part of a two-year program in which they receive training and support both in the classroom and in partnership with other Associate Teachers through a mentoring program. Associate Teachers work collaboratively with Lower School Head Teachers as part of a grade level team with three Head Teachers and another Associate Teacher.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include planning and teaching lessons, classroom management, classroom set-up, providing small group support for students, leading whole group activities with the support of the head teacher, preparing materials, as well as recess, lunch and morning duties. Other responsibilities include assisting with the writing of student reports, communicating regularly with grade level teams, attending faculty meetings, and participation in faculty professional development opportunities. Associates are a vital part of the Grace community and are encouraged to participate in school wide events.
Qualifications
Ideal candidates are aspiring lower school teachers interested in developing skills in lesson planning and instruction, in classroom management, and in the work of cultivating a community of dignity and belonging within our diverse and inclusive classroom communities.. Essential qualities include a positive attitude toward working with young children, flexibility, solid writing skills, organization, attention to detail, and an ability to collaborate as part of a grade level teaching team. Experience working with lower school students is preferred. A minimum of a bachelor's degree is required. Candidates enrolled in a Master's Degree Program in Early Childhood Education (JK-8) are preferred.
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume through the school's website.
Grace Church School is an equal opportunity employer. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. At Grace we embrace the diversity of diversities in our community, and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. Candidates for the position should be willing to engage actively and thoughtfully within a school committed to academic and ethical excellence, one that honors the dignity of all.