Associate Teacher

SACRED HEART SCHOOLS ATHERTON • Atherton, CA

182d • $27 - $30

About The Position

The Lower School Associate Teacher is responsible for learning from a mentor Lead Teacher while supporting a dynamic, inclusive learning environment for students. This position is part of a pipeline or ongoing hiring process and is classified as non-exempt. The Associate Teacher will engage in various teaching responsibilities, including curriculum planning, class preparation, grade reporting, and participation in school community events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education or education-related field; Master’s degree strongly preferred
• Proficient in use of technology including Google Suite, Zoom, Seesaw
• Experience working with lower school-age children in some capacity (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camps)
• Fluency in reading, writing and speaking in English; additional skills in Spanish are valued and preferred
• An appreciation and desire to work with all types of learners
• Enthusiasm for pursuing a teaching career and the flexibility necessary to be mentored
• Initiative and openness to receiving and giving feedback
• Interpersonal, communication and organizational skills and professionalism to thrive in a collaborative environment
• An appropriate sense of humor
• A clear commitment to the educational philosophy of the school as articulated in the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Schools

Responsibilities

• Collaborative curriculum planning
• Preparing classroom materials
• Leading group activities and lessons, including small reading and math groups
• Supporting curricular and student assessment
• Helping maintain a clean, organized learning environment
• Communicating regularly with the lead teacher
• Modeling patience, flexibility, kindness, responsibility, a sense of humor, and a respect for others
• Participating in formal communication with parents, such as parent conferences, report writing, and Back-to-School Night
• Contributing to the school community in faculty meetings, professional development, and events
• Ability to lead virtual instruction if needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree