TEACHING ASSISTANT, LOWER SCHOOL - Part Time

Description

Join our nurturing community at Summit School, an independent day school nestled in the heart of Winston-Salem. With a rich history dating back to 1933, we've been pioneering excellence in education since our founding as the Piedmont Triad’s premier independent day school. At Summit School, we're dedicated to nurturing approximately 540 students from JrK through Grade 9, fostering an environment where every individual can flourish and reach their full potential.

We're currently seeking a dynamic Assistant Teacher to join our team, collaborating closely with lead educators to ensure the delivery of top-notch education that aligns with our mission and progressive pedagogy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates effective classroom management strategies that align with Summit’s mission and progressive pedagogy
• Reinforces classroom routines that scaffold both physical and intellectual independence and autonomy
• Helps the lead teacher plan, implement and assess learning activities
• Provides clerical and other classroom support as needed
• Provides additional supervision for students during class, lunch, recess, between classes and on class outings or field trips
• Assists and tutors children individually and in small groups under teacher’s guidance to help master material and reinforce learning
• Supports the direction of the lead teacher and is able to maintain the student experience in the absence of the lead teacher
• Must be able to independently supervise students

Skills & Attributes

- Embraces an inviting attitude of service and adaptability, always ready to meet the evolving needs of the classroom and its students.
- Thrives in a collaborative environment and communicates effectively with colleagues and students alike.
- Demonstrates empathy and responsiveness to the unique needs of each student.
- Aligned with progressive educational philosophies and advocates for an experiential learning approach.
- Possesses strong organizational and interpersonal skills essential for fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Proficient in technology, with the ability to create and distribute engaging weekly newsletters.
- Committed to ongoing professional development in the field of education.
- Values and respects children, their perspectives, and their contributions to the learning process.

Requirements:

- Preferred bachelor's degree.
- Prior experience in a classroom setting working with young learners.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing to teach.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Must be able to traverse classroom, campus and adjust one's tone and height by bending or leaning in order to teach children.

If you're passionate about education, eager to make a difference, and ready to contribute to a supportive learning community, we invite you to apply and embark on a fulfilling journey with us at School.