PreK 4 Assistant Teacher

Riverside Presbyterian Day School, an independent co-educational elementary (PreK 3 – 6th Grade) day school located in Jacksonville, FL seeks a part-time PreK 4 Assistant Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.

The ideal candidate will possess a thorough knowledge of his/her teaching assignment and will have demonstrated success in teaching pre-primary and/or elementary aged students. The candidate should also possess the skills necessary to inspire learning and enhance the overall educational experience by fostering students’ academic, ethical, social, and emotional development in accordance with the Riverside Presbyterian Day School mission and philosophy.

Teachers at Riverside Presbyterian Day School participate fully in the life of the school. RPDS faculty and staff are committed to providing an engaging academic program in a loving environment. Throughout the year, teachers are provided opportunities to participate in both school-based and off-site professional development.

General Responsibilities:

• Assist in the delivery of the daily program and curriculum under the supportive and encouraging guidance of the homeroom teacher based on the principles of child development and in accordance with the Riverside Presbyterian Day School curriculum, mission, and philosophy
• Work in harmony with the homeroom teacher and members of the RPDS community in a way that respects the established norms and core values of the school
• Collaborate and communicate with colleagues and Assistant Head of School with regard to students, curriculum, parents, and school events
• Address general parent concerns or requests in a prompt and professional manner that reflects the core values and mission of the school community; relay parent concerns or requests to homeroom teacher
• Participate in parent meetings and conferences with the goal of advancing student development, as scheduling permits
• Prepare and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment

• Thorough knowledge of teaching assignment and curriculum
• Demonstrated success in teaching pre-primary and/or elementary aged students
• Ability to inspire learning and enhance educational experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Commitment to the Riverside Presbyterian Day School mission and philosophy