Elementary Teaching Fellow: Mentored, Hands-on Classroom Start

Carney, Sandoe & Associates; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Housing (boarding schools only)

Job summary

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an education recruitment firm, seeks Elementary Associate Teachers for the 2027-2028 school year in the Philadelphia area. The program is 1–3 years, pairing new teachers with an experienced mentor to provide hands-on training and growth.

Responsibilities include lesson planning, classroom management, and collaboration with lead teachers to foster a welcoming, joyful learning environment. Compensation varies by school and location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related is required; 2027 grads welcome.
• Aspiring educator with a willingness to learn.
• Demonstrated interest in teaching and working with young people.
• Experience with children (camp counseling, coaching, TA) is valued.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• No credential or certification required; passion for education.

Responsibilities

• Subscribe to the school's core values and promote them.
• Create lesson plans and develop effective classroom management.
• Collaborate with lead teacher to foster a positive classroom culture.
• Assist in planning engaging lessons across subjects.
• Lead instruction in phonics, reading, writing, math, handwriting, and social studies.
• Opportunity to coach or support extracurricular activities (stipend possible).
• Communicate regularly with parents via email, calls, and conferences.
• Maintain ongoing communication with the Lead Teacher to learn new skills.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree experience

Excellent communication

Willingness to learn

Aspiring educator

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related

Job description

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an education recruitment firm, seeks Elementary Associate Teachers for the 2027-2028 school year in the Philadelphia area. The program is 1–3 years, pairing new teachers with an experienced mentor to provide hands-on training and growth.

Responsibilities include lesson planning, classroom management, and collaboration with lead teachers to foster a welcoming, joyful learning environment. Compensation varies by school and location.