The Early Childhood Associate Teacher

Grades: Pre Primary Primary or Pre kindergarten (ages 2-6)

Reports to: Early School Division Director

Role Duration: 10 months full time at an hourly rate of compensation

School Day: 7:30a.m. to 3:30p.m. with the occasional faculty meeting from 3:45pm to 4:45pm

Position Summary: Ashley Hall School seeks a committed and professional Early Childhood Associate teacher who working in collaboration with the Lead teacher and Division Director will be instrumental in creating and implementing a dynamic daily program for young children based on the schools philosophy and values using constructivist theory and inspirations from Reggio Emilia.

At Ashley Hall our Associate teachers serve in one of three capacities:

• supporting a single Lead teacher in the classroom or
• floating between multiple classrooms in case of absence additional classroom support needs; or
• providing targeted interventions and supports for a small group of students or an individual student

Each one of the three Associate roles will involve planning curriculum and instruction in literacy mathematics science technology and social studies participating in collaborations with colleagues within the Early School division and throughout the school as a whole. Additionally the Associate teacher attends all staff meetings and participates in required professional development

The specific type of Associate role for which the successful candidate will be hired will be based on school need and candidate experience and will be clearly discussed with the candidate during the interview process.

Other key responsibilities include

• building relationships with each child and their family
• providing a positive learning environment for children
• co-creating opportunities for growth of the whole child
• using positive guidance techniques
• co-teaching problem-solving and conflict resolution
• assessing students learning and documenting it through digital media and portfolios
• co-planning curriculum to be age stage and individually appropriate
• working with a Lead instructor to provide differentiated learning
• co-designing and delivering a culturally responsive curriculum and pedagogy that engages and honors all learners and embraces diverse perspectives
• co-preparing documentation for students and families
• partnering with parents about their childs progress
• maintaining a clean and orderly classroom common areas and playground

Physical Demands

• While reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role this work involves approximately 50% standing/moving about the classroom and 50% bending and lifting. The ability to lift up to 40 pounds stand for periods of time sit on the floor and be active for up to 6 hours/day is required.

Education Preferred:

• Associates Degree in a related field required a Bachelors Degree preferred
• experience in a school setting especially an independent school
• A commitment to the teaching field
• Familiarity or experience teaching in a Reggio Emilia Program or an openness to learning about Reggio Emilia
• A commitment to differentiated learning and a strong pedagogical approach to supporting diverse learners
• A commitment to a culturally responsive curriculum and pedagogy to engage and honor all learners and embrace diverse perspectives

FLSA Status: Academic-Hourly-Non-Exempt

How to Apply:

Interested candidates required to submit an official application through Ashley Halls website at to be considered for the position. Ashley Hall offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.

As part of the online application candidates will be required to upload a cover letter resume and list of references to be considered for the position.

Questions regarding the position can be directed to:
Lynsey Barrows Director of Human Resources
Email:

Ashley Hall is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex pregnancy gender identity sexual orientation national origin age disability or genetic information.

Required Experience:

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