Co-Teacher - IDEA South Flores Academy (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

IDEA Early Childhood Co-Teachers support Tier 1 instruction in Prekindergarten through Grade 2 and provide targeted intervention under the direction of lead teachers. They facilitate small-group learning, provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support, and help create joyful, engaging learning environments. In collaboration with lead teachers, Co-Teachers help ensure students receive support to achieve mastery and develop a love of learning.

The role requires at least 40 hours per week at school. Additional duties may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school, depending on scholars’ needs. Co-Teachers participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before- and after-school duties, school-wide meetings and functions, and summer and year-long professional learning and development.

Requirements

• At least 48 college credit hours or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
• At least 1 year of experience working with children in a classroom or volunteer setting.
• Basic knowledge of early childhood development and instructional practices.
• Ability to support whole-group, small-group, and individual learning with young learners.
• Ability to adapt to diverse learner needs.
• Ability to provide clear directions, engage students, and respond to student behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adjust and adapt to a variety of situations in the school environment.
• Commitment to IDEA’s mission and belief that all students can get to and through college.
• Willingness to be accountable for outcomes, act with urgency and purpose, learn from mistakes, and respond well to feedback.
• Ability to thrive in a high-growth environment, work through silos, and build cross-departmental relationships.
• Commitment to professionalism and high standards of conduct and behavior.

Responsibilities

• Assist in students’ educational development under the direction and guidance of classroom teachers.
• Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records.
• Support Tier 1 core instruction under the lead teacher’s direction so all students can access grade-level learning.
• Facilitate small-group instruction and intervention groups based on student data and teacher planning.
• Monitor student learning and needs during instruction and provide feedback and support.
• Communicate students’ progress with students and families weekly.
• Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives, while developing students’ character and sense of community.
• Help develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment.
• Build and maintain cooperative relationships with students and families based on trust, understanding, and respect for their communities.
• Host tutoring sessions as needed to meet students’ needs.
• Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before- and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions.
• Participate in summer and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.
• Perform additional duties that may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school, based on scholars’ needs.

Benefits

• Medical plan with the majority of the employee premium for the base plan covered, and the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children subsidized.
• Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid family leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of tuition for a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 per year, subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
• Employer-paid mental and behavioral health services, including five face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Parenting benefits.
• Flexible spending account options.
• Generous vacation time.
• Referral bonuses.
• Professional development.
• 403(b) plan.
• Relocation allowance may be offered, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level