Acceleration, Enrichment, and Challenge Teacher (Temporary)

Winchester Thurston; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Winchester Thurston in Pittsburgh is seeking a Temporary Acceleration, Enrichment, and Challenge Teacher to deliver differentiated instruction for students in Kindergarten through Grade 2. This role involves working closely with teachers and parents to support student learning and maintain a safe and engaging classroom.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, experience in an elementary setting, and excellent communication skills. The position runs Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• Must have experience teaching in an elementary setting.
• Experience with gifted curricula is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers to create supportive activities.
• Teach students requiring enrichment in language arts and math.
• Maintain an organized classroom environment focused on safety.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative skills

Educational technology usage

Education

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education

Master's degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Temporary Acceleration, Enrichment, and Challenge Teacher

Monday-Friday 8a-3:30p

Reports to Director of Student Support Services and Director of Lower School

The Lower School Acceleration Enrichment and Challenge Teacher provides differentiated instruction for students in Kindergarten through Grade 2 in language arts and math. The individual in this position must understand the emotional and educational needs of children, be able to effectively communicate with them, and support classroom teachers to design and implement differentiated instruction for all students.

The Lower School Acceleration, Enrichment, and Challenge Teacher will work closely with the Director of Support Services, the Support Services team, the Director and Associate Director of Lower School, other faculty members, students, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with grade-level teachers and specialists to create and support differentiated activities in the classroom for all students
• Teach Lower School students who require enrichment or accelerated instruction in language arts and math
• Support grade-level teachers and specialists to create enrichment opportunities for all students in the classroom
• Co‑plan lessons with grade-level teachers and specialists in accordance with Lower School curriculum that address differentiation, enrichment, and acceleration and uphold the school's educational philosophy
• Identify and engage in professional development opportunities that focus on differentiation, enrichment and acceleration
• Complete standardized testing and data collection to identify students with accelerated learning needs
• Communicate with administrators, parents, and teachers in a timely manner regarding curriculum overview, activities, and progress of students, and other related activities. Work as a team member with teaching colleagues and administrators by attending all school wide meetings, department meetings, Lower School faculty meetings, and in‑service days, and serving on committees as needed
• Create and maintain an appropriate and organized classroom environment with an emphasis on child safety and well‑being
• Work on curriculum revision and program development with the Director of Student Support Services, Director of Academics, Director of Lower School, and other teachers in the department and the Lower School, and the Director of Lower School
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for and engagement in the school's:
  • City as Our Campus initiative, actively seeking meaningful community connections for experiential learning opportunities within and outside the classroom
  • Commitment to equity and inclusion, including but not limited to curriculum, teaching practice, and professional growth
  • Strategic priorities through designing and implementing learning experiences that are interdisciplinary, student‑centered, and/or project‑based
• Commit to ongoing professional growth and play an active role in the professional development process, which includes, but is not limited to, completing the professionalism checklist, goal setting, engaging in constant reflection with administrators and teachers, the Director of Support Services, Assistant Head of School for Teaching and Learning, and the Director of Lower School about teaching, participation and contribution to collaborative curricular groups
• Assist the admission process by meeting with prospective families, attending admission events, and helping screen prospective candidates for admission
• Serve as an active member of the Lower School by engaging with colleagues, participating in events and activities, and fulfilling additional duties, including but not limited to taking attendance, managing lunch and recess duties, chaperoning field trips, after‑school events, or grade‑level trips, and other assignments
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and experience teaching in an elementary setting
• Experience teaching reading and math in an elementary setting
• Experience with gifted curricula (preferred)
• A Master's degree in related field, reading specialist certification or gifted education certification (preferred)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and in one‑on‑one settings
• Experience using educational technology
• Educational philosophy consistent with that of the school