Lower School Associate Teacher

Overview

Associate Teachers work closely with the Lead Teacher in our PreK3‑Grade 5 classrooms, collaborating on all aspects of classroom life. Their responsibilities include working directly with students, planning and implementing lessons in assigned subject areas, and supporting classroom and school life. They participate in colleague meetings and professional development, and contribute to a collegial, supportive environment.

• Collaborate with the Lead Teacher on all aspects of classroom preparation, instruction, and student support.
• Learn the grade‑level curriculum, instructional frameworks, and best practices, and work toward independence in implementing them.
• Provide direct instruction to students, with increasing responsibility over time.
• Assist with classroom routines and tasks, including record‑keeping, attendance, materials preparation, and data collection.
• Support the safe operation of the Lower School (arrival, lunch, recess, dismissal).
• Participate in parent communication, including Back‑to‑School Night, report‑card writing, and Parent Conferences.
• Attend before‑ and after‑school meetings and professional development sessions.
• Assume the Lead Teacher role when the partnering Lead Teacher is absent.
• Complete all requirements of The Benjamin School Professional Development Plan.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related child–development field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Experience teaching lower school‑aged children.
• Enthusiasm for working with a team to create innovative, integrated learning experiences.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and work independently.
• Positive, collaborative workplace style and professional attitude.
• Effective communication with all school constituents.
• Proficiency in technology and Google Workspace.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Strong work ethic, attendance, and punctuality.

• Support the school’s mission and policies.
• Consistently model The Benjamin School values.
• Build positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues through effective communication, collaboration, listening, responsiveness, openness, and approachability.
• Take initiative, ownership, and encourage a positive work ethic in others.
• Maintain proficiency through personal and professional development that strengthens the role and the school.

• Attendance required 7:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m., with occasional commitments after 3:15 p.m. (Back‑to‑School Nights, parent‑teacher conferences, etc.).
• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing.
• Frequent movement around the classroom and lifting or moving up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to work more than 8 hours a day and evenings or weekends as necessary for events and projects.
• Travel for meetings, events, and professional development.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• AFLAC.
• 403(b) Retirement.
• Paid Time Off.
• Flexible Spending.
• Student Tuition discounts.
• Educational assistance.
• School‑paid Basic Life Insurance and Long‑Term Disability.

DFWP/EOE