Kinder Co-Teacher - IDEA Pflugerville Academy (Immediate Opening)
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. The position is funded by Title I Part A grant funds, with no guarantee of ongoing employment; funding may be extended. The employee works solely on activities allowable under the grant. The role requires at least 48 college hours or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution, plus at least one year of experience working with children in a classroom or volunteer setting. The position involves a minimum of 40 hours at school per week and may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school based on student needs.
Requirements
- At least 48 college hours or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
- At least one 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 give clear directions, engage students, and respond to student behavior.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adjust and adapt to varied situations in a school environment.
- Commitment to the organization’s mission and belief that all students can get to and through college.
- Demonstrated effective outcomes and results, and willingness to be held accountable.
- Willingness to take action, learn from mistakes, and improve quickly.
- Ability to work with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes.
- Ability to thrive in a high-growth environment and adapt to ambiguity and change.
- Willingness to seek and respond well to frequent feedback.
- Ability to work across silos and build cross-departmental relationships.
- Commitment to professional conduct and serving as a positive model for colleagues and students.
- Availability to spend a minimum of 40 hours per week at school.
Responsibilities
- Assist classroom teachers with students’ educational development under their direction and guidance.
- Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records.
- Support Tier 1 core instruction 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, consistent behavior management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community.
- Help foster a productive and enthusiastic school-wide learning environment.
- Establish 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.
- Engage in summer and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.
- Complete additional duties as needed, potentially including after-school tutoring or Saturday school.
Benefits
- Hourly compensation ranging from $16.61 to $23.98, based on experience; hourly earnings are paid over 12 months.
- Medical plan with the majority of the employee premium covered and most costs subsidized for a spouse or domestic partner and children.
- Eligible staff may receive up to eight 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, capped at $5,250 per year and 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 telephone 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 to defray moving costs, if applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
