Paterson Prep combines a Classical approach to education – an emphasis on an ennobling and content-rich curriculum, inductive inquiry-driven instruction, and virtue formation with co-teaching practices and individualized instructional support. We approach the formation of our students holistically and maintain high academic expectations. Ours is a joyful community that honors the dignity of each student, our staff members, and the families we serve.

Position Overview

Our teaching assistants work with their co-teacher to understand, plan, and execute lesson plans. The TA couples tried-and-true instructional practices to innovative pedagogical methods, co-teaching cooperation, and data-informed decision-making to foster a deep love of learning in students. This position requires an enthusiastic, flexible, solutions-oriented, organized, and creative educator prepared to challenge the educational status quo. Paterson Prep teachers must have a deep passion for student-engaged learning, a desire to accept, implement, and seek feedback, and a proven ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and responsibilities, while inspiring outstanding achievement in children in a joyful and collaborative work

Starting salary 48,000

Qualifications

• A relentless dedication to providing all students with an academically robust, inspiring, and joyful learning experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Relevant urban, elementary teaching experience with demonstrated student results (preferred).
• Special Education credential and experience (highly desirable).
• Spanish language proficiency (preferred).