FUTURE Elementary Associate Teacher (K-4)

St Benedict's Episcopal Day School•Smyrna, GA

3d•$24,000 - $30,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Elementary Associate Teacher (K–4) supports the grade-level Lead Teacher with classroom needs, including lesson planning, classroom management, student assessment, parent communication, maintaining grades and files, attending faculty meetings, and carrying out instruction according to school requirements. The role involves implementing designated curriculum, supporting students’ learning and progress, maintaining a positive and healthy learning environment, and supervising students in settings such as recess and field trips. This position is being considered for future openings for the 2027–2028 school year. The school expects to begin looking for those openings in February 2027; exact positions have not yet been determined. The school year is 10 months, August through May, with hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on school days. Pay is determined by degree and years of experience.

Requirements

Relevant experience; a minimum of a high school degree will be considered.
Working knowledge of Google Classroom and Google documents.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar programs.
Excellent verbal and written skills, including verbal communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and collaboratively with parents, students, and administration, both individually and as part of a small team.
Passion for working with and inspiring students.
Strong time-management skills, ability to consistently meet deadlines, and flexibility.
Ability to stand for long periods while instructing, excellent hearing abilities, and physical ability to transport students between areas of a building or campus and move into different learning spaces.
Commitment to St. Benedict’s Episcopal School’s mission and values.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Education.
Georgia Teaching Certification.
Experience working with elementary-age students.
RenWeb experience.

Responsibilities

Work with the Lead Teacher on instructional planning, teaching, and student assessment, and carry out lesson plans as specified.
Share responsibility with the Lead Teacher for maintaining the classroom environment, including organizing materials, designing bulletin boards, setting up learning centers and work areas, and photocopying materials.
Promote student engagement to assess and encourage progress.
Demonstrate accurate, up-to-date knowledge of content and implement the designated curriculum.
Support and strengthen each student’s learning capabilities.
Manage and maintain a positive, healthy learning environment, including monitoring student behavior and enforcing behavior rules appropriately.
Follow professional practices and school policies when working with students, student records, parents, and colleagues.
Maintain a professional demeanor in dealings with parents and students.
Provide adequate information, plans, and materials for substitute teachers.
Contribute to maintaining accurate, complete, and appropriate records and files.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings, other assigned meetings and activities, and professional development according to school policy.
Supervise students in out-of-class settings, such as field trips or recess.
Show support for St. Benedict’s Episcopal School and model appropriate behavior in speech and actions.
Comply with the employee contract or agreement and handbook.
Participate in informal and formal classroom observations throughout the year.
Perform other duties assigned by the Head of School, Assistant Head of School, or Academic Chair, such as carpool, lunch coverage, and chapel check-ins.