Lower School Assistant Teacher

Description

Bullis School seeks a Lower School Assistant Teacher to contribute to our vibrant learning community starting in the 2025-26 academic year. Assistant Teachers work closely with Kindergarten and First-grade homeroom teachers in various ways to facilitate and maintain a healthy, safe, and inclusive learning environment. Strong candidates will be highly collaborative and demonstrate a commitment to facilitating a learning environment that fosters curiosity, creativity, and confidence. This is an excellent opportunity for teachers starting out in the field, working on advanced degrees, or wishing to participate fully in the school day with few demands outside of school. This is a full-time, 10-month position reporting to the Head of Lower School. 

Lower School Assistant Teachers will support the K-1 homeroom teachers to create the conditions for discovery both inside and outside of the classroom by supporting and encouraging students to take risks, collaborate, and explore. Inside the classroom, the Assistant Teachers may lead one-on-one small group instruction - listening while students read, reviewing or reinforcing class lessons, or helping them find information for assignments. They will help the homeroom teacher prepare lesson materials, stock supplies, and set up classroom equipment. They will assist with transitions and supervise students on the playground and in the hallway. Successful Lower School Assistant Teachers are committed to building positive relationships with students and use positive behavior reinforcement and developmentally appropriate guidance strategies to encourage appropriate behavior.  

Working at Bullis means being a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development.  We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits that make it an ideal place to build a thriving career.

If you are passionate about education and want to make a difference in the lives of young individuals, we want to hear from you!

Duties & Qualifications

Essential Functions

• Assist the homeroom teacher in organizing and maintaining a healthy, safe, and inclusive learning environment. 

• Supervise students in the classroom, playgrounds, hallways, and on the field

• Assist with transitions to specials

• Lead one-on-one or small group instruction with students  - listening while students read, reviewing or reinforcing class lessons, or helping them find information for assignments

• Prepare lesson materials, set up and operate audiovisual equipment, stock supplies, and keep the classroom clean, safe, and inviting

• Prepare and present displays of students' work/ bulletin boards as requested by the homeroom teacher

• Take over classroom duties when the homeroom teacher is out of the classroom

• Be proactive in matters relating to health and safety

• Use positive behavior reinforcement and developmentally appropriate guidance strategies to encourage appropriate behavior

Other Duties

• Supplemental duties such as carpool, recess, lunch, and hallway monitor

• Attends school-wide, divisional, and departmental meetings

• Other tasks as assigned by the Head of Lower School

Qualities of a Lower School Assistant Teacher

• Appreciates and respects elementary-aged students as learners and people through challenging and joyful moments alike

• Knowledgeable about developmental milestones and possesses a deep belief in learning that fosters curiosity, creativity, and confidence through hands-on lessons and activities

• Demonstrates a consistent commitment and knowledge to work with, teach, and lead groups of diverse individuals in respectful, equitable, and inclusive ways

• Collaborative and able to work smoothly and closely with homeroom teachers

• Displays good cheer, humor, listening skills, patience, and warmth balanced by professionalism and sound judgment

• Detail-oriented and organized with the capacity to manage multiple tasks, record-keeping, and demands for attention effectively and efficiently

Education and Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education or related field

Preferred:

• Experience teaching in a technology-rich environment, including  iPad integration 

• Experience with a structured literacy program which includes phonics instruction, Writer’s Workshop and inquiry-based learning

Compensation and benefits are competitive, with an anticipated pay range of $30-32 hourly.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 

• Employer-provided basic life insurance

• Employer-provided short-term and  long-term disability

• 401(k) employer match and safe harbor contribution, up to 7% of annual compensation

Salary : $30 - $32