Substitute Associate Teacher- Leave coverage
About The Position
Convent & Stuart Hall is seeking a Substitute Associate Teacher for temporary leave coverage, with the possibility of a continuing position. Associate Teachers support Lead Teachers and students in kindergarten through fourth grade, working in an assigned grade and section alongside a Lead Teacher who mentors their development as educators. They are members of the faculty and participate in school activities, faculty meetings, and on-campus pedagogical workshops. The program also offers a learning opportunity for people interested in pursuing a career in education. Under the guidance of the Lead Teacher and Division Head, Associate Teachers develop skills in building relationships with students; observing, assessing, and supervising students; selecting curricular materials; developing teaching methods; planning and implementing lessons; managing students and classrooms; conferencing and writing reports; and job searching and portfolio or resume development. The school is committed to in-person teaching, and faculty must be prepared to follow and support its Health and Safety Plan. Work is performed on campus and requires physical presence in a loud, active environment.
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree.
- Relevant experience with children; classroom experience is preferred but not required.
- Interest in pursuing a career in education.
- Excellent writing and communication skills with children and adults.
- History of collegiality and collaboration with teachers and administrators.
- Experience using a wide range of instructional technology tools, including iPads, laptops, and Google Apps.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and willing to take initiative.
- Excellent teamwork skills and ability to work well with students and adults.
- Ability to serve as a role model and maintain a high level of professionalism.
- Ability to work in person on campus and support the school's Health and Safety Plan.
- Ability to work in a loud and active environment.
- Regular ability to lift or carry 1–20 lbs.; push, pull, bend, stoop, and kneel; climb stairs; and sit or stand for 4–8 hours.
Nice To Haves
- Classroom experience.
- Experience with independent schools.
Responsibilities
- Support Lead Teachers and Lower Form students.
- Work with an assigned kindergarten-through-fourth-grade class and section in partnership with a Lead Teacher.
- Participate in school activities as a faculty member.
- Attend faculty meetings and periodic on-campus pedagogical workshops.
- Build relationships with students; observe, assess, and supervise them.
- Preview and select curricular materials, develop teaching methods, and plan and implement lessons.
- Manage students and classrooms.
- Conference and write reports.
- Develop job-search skills and a portfolio or resume.
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Career Level
Entry Level
