Columbus Academy seeks a part-time Explorers Associate Teacher with responsibilities to begin in August 2026.
The individual selected for this position will be expected to carry out the following responsibilities:
Assist in managing the essential classroom activities of approximately 18 students in a child-centered, student-driven curriculum that includes play, sensory experiences and hands-on learning activities
Spend an extensive amount of time outdoors year-round with children, facilitating child-led as well as teacher-led exploration of our 231-acre campus
Collaborate with colleagues, particularly team members, on curriculum design development
Contribute to periodic updates to parents related to student progress, via both written reports and in-person conferences
Make use of technological resources necessary for curriculum integration and institutional communication
Hold students accountable for the school’s standards of behavior
Work with others in the school community to support each student’s emotional well-being
Qualifications
Preferred candidates will possess the following qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in early childhood/elementary education or a related field
At least three years of experience working with children at the early childhood level
Knowledge of varied pedagogy and trends in instruction and curriculum design at the early childhood level
Ability to teach a full range of elementary school subjects and to differentiate instruction
Professional orientation toward collaboration and innovation
A reflective practitioner committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning
Enthusiasm for teaching young children
A positive sense of humor, self-confidence, and patience
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Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or higher in early childhood/elementary education or a related field
At least three years of experience working with children at the early childhood level
Knowledge of varied pedagogy and trends in instruction and curriculum design at the early childhood level
Ability to teach a full range of elementary school subjects and to differentiate instruction
Professional orientation toward collaboration and innovation
A reflective practitioner committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning
Enthusiasm for teaching young children
A positive sense of humor, self-confidence, and patience
Interested in this position? Submit your application to Columbus Academy before the deadline.
