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The support teacher will work together with lead teachers to create a warm and welcoming school culture that is driven by student achievement. This role is ideal for recent graduates and career changers who are looking to launch a teaching career. Support teachers receive robust professional development, instructional coaching, and mentoring. Support teachers also get both small group and whole class teaching experience.
Job Responsibility
Partner with lead teachers to implement curriculum and utilize classroom routines and procedures with consistency
Plan and provide individualized small group instruction to students
May be responsible for providing whole group instruction to students in select subjects (up to two whole group classes per day)
Engage in lesson planning and preparation to support strong execution of classroom instruction across multiple content areas and potentially several grade levels
Collaborate in grade level teams to discuss student work, share best practices, and ensure student mastery of standards
Work closely with lead teachers to analyze student assessment data and use data to inform instruction
Actively participate in on-going training and professional development in the spirit of continuous improvement
Provide substitute teaching coverage for colleagues, as needed
Assist lead teacher with other student responsibilities as requested
Additional roles and responsibilities may be assigned by supervisor
Requirements
Flexibility and adaptability as the role and responsibilities can shift to meet the changing needs of students
The ability to motivate and challenge students and maintain a joyful, positive, and rigorous classroom environment
Willingness to learn, receptiveness to feedback, and a desire to continuously improve and grow
A strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement
A belief that all students should be held to high standards
A positive attitude and a drive for personal excellence
Associate’s degree or equivalent required, Bachelor’s strongly preferred in education or related field
Previous student teaching, classroom teaching, or experience working or volunteering with school-aged children strongly preferred