Lower School Language Arts (5th grade)/Math
Lower School Language Arts (5th grade)/Math
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Job Description
Department: Lower School Language Arts (5th grade)/Math
Reports to: Head of Lower School/Head of Math Department
Job Summary
The co-teacher is responsible for working with the head teacher to provide instruction that is respectful achievable and developmentally appropriate for the students in their classroom and that adheres to the curriculum for the grade/age and Benchmark Schools mission and philosophy. The co-teacher is part of the teaching team that includes the head teacher Department or Division Head math teacher Child and Family Support Services and other teachers of the class.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the head teachers to plan and teach small-group or whole-class lessons
- Assist students with independent or collaborative work
- Monitor student engagement
- Assume head teacher responsibilities as needed
- Record and share observations and information with the head teacher
- Meet regularly with the head teachers to discuss student progress and curriculum
- Write academic reports in LA
- Participate in parent conferences in LA
- Will be asked to perform additional duties before during or after school as needed. (for example parent conferences back-to-school night etc.)
- Perform clerical duties including checking homework folders recording and checking homework etc.)
- Communicate with parents as needed
- Teach or co-teach additional periods during the day in math social studies or science including small group math classes.
- If a head teacher in a small math class or content area write math reports
- Attend Professional Development sessions and co-teacher seminars
- Attend meetings of the classroom team
- Perform additional duties before during or after school as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree required
- Masters Degree preferred
Application & Writing Response
Please apply via the link below and provide the following:
- A current resume
- Three professional references including names telephone numbers and email addresses
- In addition to a standard cover letter please respond to the following questions in no more than 500 words. Applications that do not include these responses will not be considered.
- Give an example when youve worked across difference. What was the nature of the experience and what did you learn about yourself as an educator and person
- Which cutting-edge approaches research or tools in education interest you right now and why
Benchmark School is committed to providing a safe and drug-free workplace for all order to maintain a safe and healthy work environment we require all employees to undergo a background check and drug screening as a condition of employment.
Background Check Disclosure:
As part of our hiring process we conduct a thorough background check on all potential employees. This background check may include but is not limited to verification of your employment history education criminal records credit history and driving records. By signing this disclosure you authorize Benchmark School to obtain and use this information in our hiring decision.
Drug Screening Disclosure:
In addition to the background check we may also require all employees to undergo a drug screening. The drug screening will be conducted in a professional and confidential manner. If the drug screening comes back positive Benchmark School reserves the right to rescind the job offer or terminate employment.
By signing the disclosure you acknowledge and agree to the background check and drug screening requirements as a condition of employment at Benchmark School. You also certify that all information provided on your job application resume or in any interview is true and complete to the best of your knowledge.
Thank you for your interest in employment with Benchmark School. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this disclosure please feel free to contact our human resources department at
Employment Type
Full-Time
