Lower School Associate Teacher

Position

Lower School Associate Teacher

Heathwood Hall Episcopal School believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to its success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. This position description outlines primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but does not limit the incumbent or the organization to only the work identified. We plan for the upcoming school year and welcome applications, with staffing needs clarified later in the spring.

Reports to: Head of Early Childhood and Lower School

Position Summary: The Associate Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in providing an engaging and developmentally appropriate educational environment in accordance with the Mission and Vision of Heathwood Hall.

Hours: The hours for this position vary depending on the needs of the School.

Grade hours: K-1st grade 7:45 a.m.–3:15 p.m. (37.5 hours per week); 2nd–4th grade 7:45 a.m.–1:00 p.m. (26.25 hours per week)

This is an exempt position and benefits eligible.

Under the direction of the Lead Teacher, Associate Teachers assist with the following:

• Organizing and providing developmentally appropriate educational programs and instruction; planning and implementing curriculum and differentiated instruction for Lower School students
• Engaging students in the Responsive Classroom model of morning meetings; guiding children in their interactions with other children, adults, and their environments
• Planning and preparing a supportive and caring classroom environment in which children can learn and interact positively with one another; overseeing instruction and authentic assessment; supervising children in the classroom

All Associate Teachers are expected:

• To assume serious collaborative responsibility for the educational environment of the School by conducting themselves at all times in a responsible, ethical, and professional manner
• To be available one week before the opening of School to attend teachers' meetings, and one week after the Upper School's graduation to attend teachers' meetings and complete end-of-year duties
• To attend faculty meetings designated as important for associates
• To be present for all teacher workdays/in-service days as scheduled during the year
• To act as the Lead Teacher in their short-term absence (three or fewer days)
• To maintain strong interpersonal communication with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators
• To utilize the online platform Seesaw to share classroom activities with parents
• To assist at School functions/traditions designated by the EC/LS Division Head as necessary for operation of the School (e.g., Parents  Night, Open House, Chapel, Parent/Teacher Conferences, grade-level events); duties may extend beyond normal hours
• To participate in regular School programs (committees, assemblies, field trips, etc.)
• To share in planning and direction of student activities and School programs if appointed by the Lead Teacher
• To maintain high standards for ongoing professional development and participate in professional development programs offered by the School
• To assume responsibilities as assigned for supervision of students; duties may extend beyond normal hours
• To use technology effectively as part of classroom instruction and for remote/connected learning
• To fulfill responsibilities as assigned by the EC/LS Division Head regarding lunch and recess duty, AM and PM carpool
• To maintain and submit records including attendance, medical slips, acknowledgments, special permission forms, as required by the School
• To complete required HR training each year (CPR, first aid, mandatory reporting, handling of hazardous materials, etc.)
• To support the School's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and multicultural education

The ideal candidate will:

• Enjoy working with young children and understand their developmental needs
• Be able to exercise classroom leadership as a facilitator of learning in whole group, small group, and individual settings
• Demonstrate energy, empathy, flexibility, and collaboration
• Understand basic technology skills – iPad and iPhone apps, Google Suite, email, photo editing, iMovie, etc.
• Maintain…