Reach Associate

Job Description

Summary: The reach associate typically provides both instructional and non‑instructional support to a team of teachers, as designated by the team’s multi‑classroom leader. (S) he works closely with the teacher to complete various administrative tasks and non‑instructional paperwork. (S) he manages procedures and supervises student behavior during transitions, lunch, recess, assemblies, and other unstructured activities, and while teacher(s) deliver instruction. In some schools, (s) he aids instruction by supervising time on projects, skill practice, and digital learning, and/or by instructing students in small groups or individually.

All activities are directed by the multi‑classroom leader or team reach teachers.

• Hold students accountable for high expectations of behavior and engagement that are ambitious and measurable
• Contribute to a culture of respect, enthusiasm, and rapport
• Manage student behavior during transitions and less structured time (e.g., recess, lunch)
• Monitor independent work time in classroom while teacher provides instruction

• Tutor small groups and individuals, under the direction and using the tools/rubrics of the supervising teacher
• Supervise projects, skill practice, and digital learning

• Solicit and eagerly receive feedback from supervisor and team members to improve professional skills
• Maintain administrative duties on behalf of teacher (such as taking attendance, entering grades, scheduling parent conferences, preparing student activities and assignments, checking homework, additional paperwork)
• Collaborate with teacher(s), tutor(s), and digital lab monitor(s), if applicable
• Participate in professional development opportunities

• Previous experience working with children
• Bachelor’s degree a plus, but not required
• Demonstrated effectiveness working with people who have differing cultural backgrounds and/or personal characteristics, including race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or economic differences. Preference given for experience working successfully with those of similar demographics to the desired school placement.
• If assisting with instruction:
  Knowledge of subject matter being taught

Salary: Range for  is $19.57 to $30.14 per hour plus full benefits package.

Workday: Full time/10 month (183 days) position, 7 hours per day.

Location: John Kerr Elementary School, Winchester, Virginia.

Start Date:  school year.