K-5 Teaching Assistant – Classical Liberal Arts

Great Hearts Academies; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental,

Matching 401K

Professional development opportunities

Tuition support for graduate degrees

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies is seeking an Assistant Teacher to join Archway Cicero Academy in Scottsdale, AZ. The role supports the lead teacher in delivering a Core Knowledge curriculum in a K-5 setting and may serve as an Apprentice Teacher during mentorship.

The position offers life-long learning opportunities, exceptional benefits, and avenues for professional development within a classical liberal arts framework.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• US work authorization required; OPT/CPT candidates accepted.
• Criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance required per state.
• May need to travel locally for training and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support and advance the mission of Great Hearts by contributing to a respectful, intellectually vibrant school community.
• Collaborate with teachers to support instruction, student learning, and daily classroom activities.
• Uphold school policies and promote an orderly, professional learning environment.
• Participate in faculty meetings, school events, conferences, and assigned duties.
• Pursue ongoing professional growth and a deepening knowledge of the classical tradition.

Skills

Collaboration

Clear communication

Classroom support

Adaptability

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Great Hearts Academies is seeking an Assistant Teacher to join Archway Cicero Academy in Scottsdale, AZ. The role supports the lead teacher in delivering a Core Knowledge curriculum in a K-5 setting and may serve as an Apprentice Teacher during mentorship.

The position offers life-long learning opportunities, exceptional benefits, and avenues for professional development within a classical liberal arts framework.