Early Childhood Co-Teacher: Ignite Small-Group Learning

IDEA Public Schools; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health

Dental and Vision Plans

403(b) plan

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools in Texas is seeking Early Childhood Co-Teachers to support Tier 1 instruction for Prekindergarten through Grade 2 under the direction of the lead teacher. This role emphasizes small-group instruction, academic and social-emotional supports, and a joyful learning environment.

In collaboration with lead teachers, you will help ensure mastery for all students, participate in weekly meetings, and support ongoing professional development, with compensation at an hourly rate and

Qualifications

• Education: At least 48 college hours required or bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
• Experience: 1+ year(s) of experience working with children in a classroom or volunteer setting

Responsibilities

• Assist in the educational development of students under the direction and guidance of the classroom teachers
• Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records.
• Support Tier 1 core instruction under the direction of the lead teacher, ensuring all students can access grade-level learning.
• Actively facilitate small-group instruction and intervention groups based on student data and teacher planning.
• Monitor student learning and needs during instruction and provide feedback and support.
• Communicate students’ progress with student and family on a weekly basis
• Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system that aligns to campus- wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom
• Help shape and develop a school wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student
• Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding and respect for the communities in which they identify.
• Host necessary tutoring sessions to meet all students’ needs
• Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before and after-school duties, and school wide meetings and functions
• Engage in summer and year-long district, school and personal learning and development
• Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week
• Additional responsibilities may include: after-school tutoring or Saturday school and are based on the needs of our scholars

Skills

Early childhood development

Instructional practices

Support diverse learners

Small-group instruction

Behavior management

Communication skills

Collaboration with teachers

Organization skills

Engagement with students

Education

48 college hours or bachelor’s degree

Job description

IDEA Public Schools in Texas is seeking Early Childhood Co-Teachers to support Tier 1 instruction for Prekindergarten through Grade 2 under the direction of the lead teacher. This role emphasizes small-group instruction, academic and social-emotional supports, and a joyful learning environment.

In collaboration with lead teachers, you will help ensure mastery for all students, participate in weekly meetings, and support ongoing professional development, with compensation at an hourly rate and