Lower School Associate Teacher - Third-Fifth Grade

Job Description

Job Description

LOWER SCHOOL ASSOCIATE TEACHER – THIRD-FIFTH GRADE

Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, GA, with an enrollment of 1,150 students in Pre-First through 12th grade. The school provides a learning environment that cultivates global citizenship, a spirit of service, respect for differences and strong character in its students. Our commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture is reflected in a community in which differences are embraced, and students, parents, faculty and staff have a sense of belonging.

The Lower School division enrolls 360 students from Pre-First through fifth grade, with three homerooms of approximately 20 students at each grade level.

The Associate Teacher works with and is supervised by a Homeroom Teacher to provide a positive learning environment for each student. Teachers at this level are invested in students’ academic, emotional and character development. At Pace, we hire enthusiastic and energetic professionals who are dedicated to teaching and passionate about making a difference in the lives of children.

The Lower School is characterized by joy in learning and in discovery amongst students and teachers. The Associate Teacher helps to manage the daily classroom tasks and has teaching and supervisory responsibilities as assigned by the Homeroom Teacher. Successful candidates are eager to grow as educators and learn from the Homeroom Teacher, the leadership team and faculty.

The ideal candidate has been successful in a collaborative setting, exhibits good judgment and possesses excellent communication skills. Enthusiasm for teaching, especially young students, is a critical quality. Candidates should possess a wealth of patience, humor, energy and creativity and should work well within a team of teachers.

At Pace, we hire culturally competent and responsive candidates who believe in the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the life of a school and can effectively incorporate those principles in their teaching. Pace actively seeks candidates from historically underrepresented populations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Commits to the success of every student in the classroom

Confers with the Homeroom Teacher on students’ progress and daily classroom tasks

Effectively incorporates principles of diversity, equity and inclusion in all aspects of Lower School life

Models and reinforces the Noble Knights Pillars of Character

Performs supervisory duties, including instruction in specific learning areas, and early morning duties

Participates in regular faculty and professional meetings and teacher training workshops and is committed to learning best practices with colleagues

Attends after-school faculty meetings, evening parent gatherings and weekend admissions events as necessary

Other duties may be assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor’s degree (B.A or B.S) required; elementary education degree preferred

Love of young children and their development

Must be familiar with the methodology of teaching core academic subjects, including reading, writing, mathematics, social studies and science

Experience with Orton-Gillingham is desired

A positive outlook, flexibility and a collaborative, nurturing nature

Excellent interpersonal and communication (both oral and written) skills

Proficient using educational technology, including interactive whiteboards

Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion practices

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Classroom environment that may regularly require the employee to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop or kneel

Ability to sit at a computer desk for an extended period

Ability to operate a computer, smart board and / or projector

Ability to lift, carry, push or pull 30-50 lbs with assistance

Department : Lower School

Reports To : Head of Lower School

FLSA Status : Exempt, 10-Month Position

Pace offers a complete benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 403(b) plan with a generous match, paid term life and disability insurances, supplemental insurance plans and Flexible Spending Accounts.

Learn more about the Pace Academy Lower School

Learn more about our Action Plan for Racial Equity

How to Apply :

Attach the following in a Word or PDF format; Resume, Cover Letter, List of three references when applying online.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer