K-2 Assistant Teacher: Classroom & Forest School Support

Wissahickon Charter School; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical

Dental & Vision insurance

Job summary

Wissahickon Charter School is seeking Assistant Teachers for grades K through 2 to support both academic and social-emotional growth in the classroom and during recess. The role involves close collaboration with lead teachers to implement WCS curricula and behavior management systems while fostering a positive learning environment.

The position runs on a salaried 10-month schedule from 8 am to 4 pm, with fully employer-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits for the employee and dependents.

Qualifications

• High School degree required; Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred; Education degree a plus.
• Experience working with students in urban settings is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse planning and teaching styles.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher during lessons.
• Lead students in small breakout groups as directed.
• Instruct students one-on-one when needed.
• Communicate daily with the lead teacher.
• Support classroom management and student discipline follow-up.
• Substitute teach when the lead teacher is out.
• Participate in Forest School outdoor programming.
• Communicate with parents via School Status and other platforms.
• Complete administrative duties as needed.
• Support students using the Talk it Out method and RC techniques.
• Notice and convey uncharacteristic student behavior to staff.

Skills

Urban classroom experience

Assist lead teacher

Communication with lead teacher

Classroom management

Education

High School degree

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Education degree a plus

Job description

Wissahickon Charter School is seeking Assistant Teachers for grades K through 2 to support both academic and social-emotional growth in the classroom and during recess. The role involves close collaboration with lead teachers to implement WCS curricula and behavior management systems while fostering a positive learning environment.

The position runs on a salaried 10-month schedule from 8 am to 4 pm, with fully employer-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits for the employee and dependents.