Lower School Resource & Extended Day Teacher

Location: Richmond, VA
Job Category: Part-time, 10-month, Hourly

Classification: Non-exempt
Hours:11:45 a.m.

- 5:45 p.m. Monday–Friday
Hourly Rate: $22/hour

Department: Lower School

Start Date :
July 1, 2025

Sabot School, a progressive preschool–Grade 8 school in Richmond and a leader in the Reggio Emilia Approach, seeks a creative and flexible Lower School Resource Teacher.

Resource Teachers are integral to supporting students throughout the school day and beyond. Their responsibilities include:

• Supervising children during indoor lunch and outdoor recess :
  Ensure a safe and enjoyable environment while fostering positive social interactions.
• Assisting classroom teachers in the afternoon :
  Collaborate with faculty to support effective classroom instruction, assist with transitions, and provide individualized student support.
• Teaching in the after-school Extended Day program :
  Oversee groups of approximately 20 preschool children, along with other co-teachers. Plan and lead engaging activities, maintain a safe environment, and support smooth transitions from the school day to Extended Day and then to home.

Resource Teachers work collaboratively with their Program Director and the Director of Enrichment to create a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for lower school aged children. This role requires enthusiasm, energy, and a genuine passion for working with children.

Interested candidates should click the link below to submit the following materials.

Be sure to list the position in the "position applying for" field.

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Contact information for three professional references
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students.
• Build strong relationships with students, helping them to feel safe, known and cared for.
• Follow all policies and procedures outlined in the Sabot employee and parent handbooks.
• Demonstrate professionalism, kindness, and respect for all members of the Sabot community, regardless of race, religion, nationality, abilities, family structure, gender identity, or gender expression.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director and Director of Enrichment.

During lunch/recess supervision:

• Supervise groups of children during their indoor lunch time, and then during their recess time while they are playing outside.

While supporting classroom teachers:

• Collaborate with assigned faculty members to facilitate the daily academic program.
• Assist with classroom management, provide one-on-one student support, and help implement activities and lessons, both indoors and outdoors.
• Support students' social and emotional growth with developmentally appropriate strategies and language that maintains respect and kindness for every child

During Extended Day:

• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging after-school experience in alignment with Sabot School’s values.
• Supervise and take responsibility for a group of approximately 20 children alongside co-teachers.
• Actively participate in activities with students, including leading or assisting with games and creative projects.
• Cultivate relationships with parents, making an effort to share helpful details about the student experience and facilitating smooth transitions during pickup.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment.

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Education or a related field preferred.
• Experience: Prior experience working with elementary-age children, ideally within a classroom or school-based setting—and preferably in a progressive or Reggio Emilia-inspired environment.

Special Requirements

Must be able to complete a background check.

Specific To This Position

• Reliable and dependable, with a strong commitment to being present and punctual every day.
• Caring, compassionate, and enthusiastic about working with children.
• Ability to engage and manage groups of children in a variety of settings.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and nonverbal, serving as a role model for students.
• Professional demeanor, with the ability to follow through on commitments and responsibilities.

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