26-27 (K-1) Elementary School Associate Teacher

Victory College Prep School Academy•Indianapolis, IN

23h

About The Position

Elementary School Associate Teacher (K-1st Grade) Reports to VCP Elementary School Principal WHAT WE ARE OFFERING The Victory College Prep School Network is home to a diverse, inclusive faculty and staff team that blends genuine passion and proven experience to better enrich the lives of the underserved children entrusted to our teaching and care. The VCP Elementary School emphasizes a student-centered philosophy supported by rigorous advisory programming and the region's most ambitious student internship program. We promote a collaborative culture and commit to coaching and skills development in order to support our team members’ ongoing professional growth, regardless of years of experience or time in the classroom. Our network benefits include: Competitive salary with an average 2% pay raise or more per year Competitive healthcare options Employer contributions to retirement plans (match up to 5%, immediately vested) Extra earning potential for leading professional development, clubs, and sports teams Opportunity for performance and incentive bonus Eligibility for Federal student loan forgiveness for teachers Verizon cell phone plan YMCA health club membership discount Cultural stipend for area attractions (Indianapolis Zoo, The Children’s Museum, Newfields, etc.) Big box retail stipend Gym/Wellness stipend On-site daycare for staff WHAT WE ARE SEEKING The best candidates for this position will embody the values and beliefs at the heart of the VCP mission and vision. They will also meet the following qualifications and possess these preferred skills: High School Diploma Substitute Teaching License (or willingness to obtain one when hired) 1-3 years of experience working with students/children Knowledge of No-Nonsense Nurturer and/or 4-Step Model for student behavior management helpful, but not required Ability to prioritize punctuality and attendance WHAT THIS ROLE WILL ACCOMPLISH Work collaboratively with a lead teacher, maintaining cooperative and effective working relationship Work with lead teacher to internalize rigorous, objective-driven, lessons Lead whole-class instruction if lead teacher is absent Implement classroom procedures, systems, and routines that provide structure for students and maximize instructional time Regularly assess and track student performance towards ambitious student academic outcomes goals Use data to reflect on effectiveness of lessons and student achievement progress in order to improve instruction and teaching practice Communicate frequently and effectively with student families; promptly return phone calls and answer emails Build meaningful, positive relationships with all students Use restorative practices to build positive classroom culture Work with the Behavior Support team to address student emotional and mental well being and needs APPLY NOW! We will only consider applications that include the following: Current resume (e-mail address included) Victory College Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Substitute Teaching License (or willingness to obtain one when hired)
1-3 years of experience working with students/children
Ability to prioritize punctuality and attendance

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of No-Nonsense Nurturer and/or 4-Step Model for student behavior management helpful, but not required

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with a lead teacher, maintaining cooperative and effective working relationship
Work with lead teacher to internalize rigorous, objective-driven, lessons
Lead whole-class instruction if lead teacher is absent
Implement classroom procedures, systems, and routines that provide structure for students and maximize instructional time
Regularly assess and track student performance towards ambitious student academic outcomes goals
Use data to reflect on effectiveness of lessons and student achievement progress in order to improve instruction and teaching practice
Communicate frequently and effectively with student families; promptly return phone calls and answer emails
Build meaningful, positive relationships with all students
Use restorative practices to build positive classroom culture
Work with the Behavior Support team to address student emotional and mental well being and needs

Benefits

Competitive salary with an average 2% pay raise or more per year
Competitive healthcare options
Employer contributions to retirement plans (match up to 5%, immediately vested)
Extra earning potential for leading professional development, clubs, and sports teams
Opportunity for performance and incentive bonus
Eligibility for Federal student loan forgiveness for teachers
Verizon cell phone plan
YMCA health club membership discount
Cultural stipend for area attractions (Indianapolis Zoo, The Children’s Museum, Newfields, etc.)
Big box retail stipend
Gym/Wellness stipend
On-site daycare for staff