Lower School Art Assistant Teacher

Position Summary and Overview

The Art Assistant Teacher will work collaboratively with the cooperating Head Teacher(s), Grade Lead and/or Department Coordinator, related service providers, and specialists to support student learning. The Art Assistant Teacher will receive mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for application to advance their classroom skills.

Essential Expectations

• Overtly support and act in accordance with the school’s mission and values (kindness, respect, integrity, perseverance, responsibility).
• Foster a safe, predictable, and supportive environment for students.
• Interact with colleagues in a respectful and collegial manner that fosters a healthy faculty culture.
• Appropriately carry out specific assignments as determined by the supervisor.
• Uphold professional standards of personal presentation, punctuality, professional courtesy, and discretion.
• Honor the confidentiality of school, student, and family information.
• Comply with all school policies and procedures as articulated in the school’s faculty handbook.
• Authentically engage in self-reflection and annual personal and professional growth.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Instructional Support
• Assist the Head Teacher in implementing daily lessons using developmentally appropriate, multisensory, and structured teaching practices.
• Provide small-group and one-on-one support to reinforce key concepts and achieve learning objectives.
• Support students in accessing content, assignments, and assessments through scaffolding, modeling, and guided practice.
• Classroom Management and Organization
• Support classroom routines, transitions, and behavior management.
• Assist with classroom setup, organization, and maintenance.

• High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in Art Education or related field preferred.
• Experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.