Elementary Teaching Assistant - Scottsdale, AZ
About The Position
The Elementary Teaching Assistant role at Great Hearts supports the lead teacher in implementing a rich Core Knowledge curriculum for K-5 students. This position also offers an opportunity to grow into an Apprentice Teacher role, functioning as a second teacher in the classroom under the mentorship of a Master Teacher. This path allows individuals to learn the craft of teaching in a classical, liberal arts primary-school environment, with potential to become a lead teacher. Great Hearts is a growing network of charter and private Christian schools committed to cultivating the minds and hearts of students through the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty, fostering human flourishing and academic excellence.
Requirements
- Successful completion of a criminal history background check.
- Fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
- May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core Knowledge curriculum.
- Function as a second teacher in the classroom as an Apprentice Teacher.
- Learn the craft of teaching in a classical, liberal arts, primary-school environment through mentorship.
- Potentially become a lead teacher at either lower or upper schools.
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
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
