What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Teacher position at The Healdsburg School?
About The Healdsburg School
Mission: To cultivate the intellect, compassion, and courage to lead lives of inquiry and purpose.
The Healdsburg School (THS) offers families an outstanding education for children in grades TK through Eighth Grade. Our dynamic learning environment ensures that children experience our school as a place where they are known and learning is personalized. We embrace a differentiated educational philosophy in which our talented teachers understand the learning and developmental needs of each student and provide the necessary support and challenge to ensure our students maximize their potential in intellectual, social/emotional, and physical development. Our Lower School is a certified IB school, and our Middle School continues the inquiry-based approach. THS is committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which people with varied lived experiences and cultures join together to create a dynamic community where children thrive.
Job Description
An Associate Teacher plays a vital role in delivering an educational program in which children are known and learning is personalized. As part of a collaborative team, this position supports the Lead Teacher in planning and delivering instruction, while also providing individualized attention to students.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and implementing daily lessons under the direction of the Lead Teacher.
- Design and prepare the learning environment to meet the diverse needs of students.
- Accompany students to specialty classes and assist specialty teachers.
- Support the Lead Teacher in other ways as requested, including administrative tasks and classroom management.
- Attend all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences.
- Ensure compliance with safety and health standards.
Qualification Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- Teaching credential, certification in process, or relevant experience.
- Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in child development.
- Demonstrated understanding of restorative practices.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to exercise tact, discretion, and confidentiality.
- Experience with International Baccalaureate a plus.
How to Apply
Please submit:
- A letter of interest.
- A CV/Resume.
- A list with the names and contact information of three (3) references.
