What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lower School Assistant Teacher position at Manhattan Country School?
Manhattan Country School seeks a full-time Assistant Teacher for the 2023-2024 school year.
Manhattan Country School is a pre-K - 8th grade elementary school in New York City that is recognized for its strong academic program, racial and economic diversity, social justice activism, and an emphasis on environmental education that features a working farm in the Catskills in Roxbury, N.Y. Committed to principles of equity and multiculturalism, MCS is unique among NYC independent schools. MCS’s educational philosophy relies on educators who have strong knowledge of child development and can apply it to effective pedagogies of inquiry and learning, enjoy the excitement and curiosity of children, want to help build a community where diverse perspectives are valued and appreciate the life-long impact of working together for social and environmental justice.
Assistant Teachers work full-time with a mentor teacher. Assistants are hired for one year and may apply for a second year. Assistant Teachers report to the Lower School Assistant Director.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Supports in maintaining the classroom effectively- Helps to design and implement an interdisciplinary curriculum
- Provides differentiated instruction to varying learning modalities
- Writes progress reports
- Communicates with parents/guardians
- Prepares for and attends parent-teacher conferences
- Attends weekly faculty meetings, other periodic meetings, and school events, such as Curriculum Night and Open House
- Fulfills other various duties, including early arrival, lunch, and park coverage
Requirements and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree- Enrollment in (or completion of) a teacher training program, such as a Master’s program
- Previous experience in elementary school classrooms, preferably in early childhood, such as student teaching or assistant teaching
- Commitment to working in a multicultural and diverse learning environment that necessitates flexibility, ability to work collaboratively, and a desire to enhance professional growth
Salary: $52,273
To apply: Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three references to HR@manhattancountryschool.org with “Lower School Assistant Teacher” in the subject line. No phone calls please. For more information, please see
Manhattan Country School is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that values diversity and inclusiveness in the workplace. Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Salary : $52,273
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