Elementary Teaching Assistant - Chandler, AZ
About The Position
Teaching Assistant and Apprentice Teacher roles at Great Hearts: As a K-5 Teaching Assistant, you support the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core Knowledge curriculum. A bachelor’s degree is not required for this role. As an Apprentice Teacher, you function as a second teacher in the classroom, without shouldering the burden of all planning, grading/evaluation, parent communications. Through mentorship with a Master Teacher, you learn the craft of teaching in a classical, liberal arts primary-school environment. Many of our ATs become lead teachers at either lower or upper schools (assuming a bachelor's degree).
Requirements
- Must pass a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance.
- May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Support the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core Knowledge curriculum.
- Function as a second teacher in the classroom, without shouldering the burden of all planning, grading/evaluation, and parent communications.
- Learn the craft of teaching in a classical, liberal arts, primary-school environment through mentorship with a Master Teacher.
Benefits
- Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
- Matching 401K program
- Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
