Lower School Associate Teacher | Early Childhood Support

King School Incorporated; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

King School, a PreK-12 independent day school in Stamford, CT, seeks a full-time Lower School Associate Teacher for the 2024-2025 academic year. You will work closely with the Lower School team to create engaging learning environments and provide academic and emotional support to students.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the lead teacher, technology-enabled instruction, and active participation in professional development and school events, including after-school coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, field of education preferred.
• Previous experience working with young children.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with colleagues and parents.
• Must embrace use of technology to enhance classroom instruction and communication.
• Strong demonstration of cultural competence and ability to work across cultural differences.
• Willingness to embrace King’s Mission, Virtues, and Diversity Policy Statement.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the lead teacher to create a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Plan programmatic and grade level activities with the lead teacher.
• Assist in the implementation of lessons.
• Help prepare instructional materials and resources for lessons and activities.
• Provide academic and emotional support to students, encouraging participation and confidence.
• Model fairness and proper behavior.
• Attend Lower School and all-school faculty meetings, plus professional development workshops after 3:00 PM.
• May work in the After School Program when meetings are not required.
• Attend Parents’ Night, Open House, and related events.
• Provide coverage for other Lower School teachers when necessary.
• Participate in King’s orientation and mentor programs.
• Perform duties as assigned by the Head of Lower School (recess, lunch, dismissal).

Skills

Experience with young children

Communication

Collaboration

Technology in classroom

Cultural competence

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Job description

King School, a PreK-12 independent day school in Stamford, CT, seeks a full-time Lower School Associate Teacher for the 2024-2025 academic year. You will work closely with the Lower School team to create engaging learning environments and provide academic and emotional support to students.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the lead teacher, technology-enabled instruction, and active participation in professional development and school events, including after-school coverage as needed.