Lower School Associate Teacher

Whitefield Academy•Smyrna, GA

About The Position

Primary Objective: The associate teacher instructs students and supports the classroom teacher(s) in fulfilling responsibilities of the classroom in accordance with the school’s Christ-centered mission statement. The associate teacher facilitates engagement of learning in whole, small and one-on-one settings and steps in as the lead teacher in the absence or direction of the lead teacher.

Requirements

Experience working with elementary-aged children
Bachelor’s degree required
Ability to show patience and grace while helping the students to maintain the expectations of the classroom
Embraces a strong commitment to the mission of Whitefield Academy
Commit to living his/her life under the lordship of Christ
Model a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ, and be a Christian role model in speech, actions, and attitudes, which contributes to the spiritual atmosphere of the school
Believe and affirm the school’s Statement of Faith
Commit to exhibiting Whitefield’s core value for our students to experience diversity that reflects the body of Christ and support the school’s diversity vision that aims at unity in Christ
Demonstrate evidence of consistent spiritual activities such as worship at a local church, fellowship with the body of Christ, personal devotional time with the Lord, and individual study of scripture
Evidence of the fruit of the Spirit in the nurturing of relationships with other staff members, students, families, and the community at large
Be actively involved in a local church

Responsibilities

Implement instructional activities within a nurturing, inviting, and structured classroom environment
Assist as needed in developing well-planned lessons through a Biblical worldview including appropriate work within and outside of the classroom
Integrate a Christ-centered faith walk and Biblical Truth and principles into lesson plans and all activities as you lead students in prayer and deepening their Christian faith
Develop a rapport with students and parents
Communicate effectively in oral and written forms with students, parents, and other professionals
Carry out established procedures and monitor behavioral expectations for students
Follow teacher expectations during lessons to support the goals of instruction
Monitor student progress through observations and assignments as well as behavior and social development
Maintain accurate and timely records
Observe and collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment
Participate in professional development opportunities
Supervise students as needed in classroom and specials classes
Assist children and teacher(s) as needed or directed
Care for and nurture the social, emotional, and spiritual needs of students
Participate in associated duties such as carpool, lunch, and recess
Complete administrative duties, such as attendance, filing papers, grading assignments, etc.
Attend staff meetings
Other responsibilities as determined by assigned teacher(s) or administration