Lower School Assistant Teacher

Position Purpose:

The Lower School seeks a warm, reliable, and collaborative educator to serve as an Assistant Teacher. The Assistant Teacher works closely with the homeroom teacher to support classroom learning, student development, and the daily life of the classroom. Assistant Teachers help create joyful, structured learning environments where students build confidence, develop social skills, and engage actively in their learning. The role includes supporting instruction, helping manage classroom routines, and working closely with teachers and students throughout the school day. This position starts August 28, 2026.

Essential Functions:

• I. Student Support and Classroom Learning:
1. Supports the homeroom teacher in implementing daily classroom instruction and activities.
2. Works with individual students and small groups to reinforce academic and social-emotional learning.
3. Assists with classroom routines, including arrival, dismissal, snack, recess, and transitions throughout the day.
4. Helps create a warm, inclusive, and well-structured classroom environment.
5. Supports positive student behavior through clear expectations and consistent routines.
6. Assists with the preparation of classroom materials, learning stations, and hands-on activities.
7. Supports the administration of assessments and helps maintain student records as directed by the teacher.
• II. Professional Collaboration:
1. Works closely with the homeroom teacher and colleagues to support student learning and classroom operations.
2. Contributes positively to the Lower School's culture.
3. Demonstrates reliability, initiative, and a willingness to support the needs of the classroom community.
4. Engages in professional learning and growth opportunities.

• Supports the homeroom teacher in implementing daily classroom instruction and activities.
• Works with individual students and small groups to reinforce academic and social-emotional learning.
• Assists with classroom routines, including arrival, dismissal, snack, recess, and transitions throughout the day.
• Helps create a warm, inclusive, and well-structured classroom environment.
• Supports positive student behavior through clear expectations and consistent routines.
• Assists with the preparation of classroom materials, learning stations, and hands-on activities.
• Supports the administration of assessments and helps maintain student records as directed by the teacher.
• Works closely with the homeroom teacher and colleagues to support student learning and classroom operations.
• Contributes positively to the Lower School's culture.
• Demonstrates reliability, initiative, and a willingness to support the needs of the classroom community.
• Engages in professional learning and growth opportunities.