Lower School Associate Teacher

The Shipley School•Bryn Mawr, PA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full time position within the Lower School reporting to the Head of Lower School. The Associate teacher will be assigned primarily to one grade within the Lower School, but may also have opportunities to work within other grade levels to meet needs of the students and colleagues, as they arise.

Requirements

Demonstrate maturity, collegiality, flexibility, and commitment to equity and professional growth
Work collaboratively, build relationships, and make connections with children and colleagues
Have a minimum of one year in an elementary school or equivalent setting
Hold a bachelor's degree
Have knowledge and/or training in cultural competency

Nice To Haves

Possess an advanced degree in an area relevant to the position
Demonstrate a commitment to professional development

Responsibilities

Assist in the implementation of grade level programs related to curriculum and student life
Assist in the creation of grade level and classroom communities
Provide whole, small group, and individualized instruction, nurture wellbeing, motivate and challenge students
Lead the classroom when the lead teacher is absent
Participate in professional meetings, professional development, and family conferences as needed
Provide supervision of students at various times including but not limited to lunch, recess, morning arrival, dismissal.
Support a sense of community, social responsibility, and an appreciation and respect for individual and cultural differences
Work closely and cooperatively with teaching colleagues and the school administrative team
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, kindness, enthusiasm, a sense of humor, willingness to learn and grow professionally, a cooperative spirit and a commitment to teamwork
Assume other duties as assigned