Lower School Primary Grade Teaching Assistant

St. Christopher's School; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Lower School Teaching Assistant to support the lead teacher in a vibrant educational environment. This role involves engaging with students in various activities, assisting with classroom management, and fostering a nurturing atmosphere that promotes academic excellence and personal growth. The ideal candidate will be committed to diversity and inclusion, possess strong communication skills, and have a genuine enthusiasm for working with young learners. Join a community dedicated to developing boys into honorable and responsible individuals through a holistic approach to education, including academics, arts, and athletics.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Professional Development Opportunities

Inclusive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Commitment to best practices in education and diversity.
• Experience working with elementary-aged children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the lead teacher in classroom management and instruction.
• Assist in daily routines and provide feedback on student progress.

Skills

Classroom Management

Instructional Support

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Commitment to Diversity

Technology Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Educational Technology Platforms

Job description

Position Classification: Full-time, 10-month (approximately 1,250 hours/year), program support, salaried exempt

Hours: 7:45am - 3:00pm Monday - Thursday; 7:45am - 2:30pm Friday, with additional hours as needed to fulfill teaching responsibilities as assigned

Reports to: Head of Lower School

Position Summary:

St. Christopher's School, the largest all-boys school in Virginia and one of the largest and oldest boys' schools in the Mid-Atlantic region, seeks a Lower School Teaching Assistant for the 2025-2026 school year.

Serving approximately 1,000 boys in Grades JK-12 in Richmond, Virginia, St. Christopher's is an Episcopal school committed to cultivating a community that is diverse, inclusive, and welcoming. We pride ourselves on bringing out the best in every boy. Our boys benefit from an education and curriculum that is holistic, including academics, the arts, athletics, and service learning. The St. Christopher's experience is further differentiated by a strong emphasis on our Community Pillars - honor & integrity, the pursuit of excellence, and community & brotherhood.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Shows initiative and supports the lead teacher in all aspects of the classroom, including classroom management
• Supports and/or conducts small and large group instruction planned by the lead teacher. Examples include, but are not limited to, helping boys with art projects, reading books with and to the boys, and monitoring independent centers (technology, writing, etc.)
• Assists the lead teacher in necessary daily routines, including beginning and end-of-the-day preparation. Examples include, but are not limited to, greeting the boys and helping them to unpack, covering recess and carpool duties in conjunction with the teacher, and helping with preparing, checking, and distributing classroom materials
• Provides the lead teacher with feedback based on observations of the boys
• Supports the Enrichment teachers in the classroom during their lessons
• Attend designated faculty meetings and professional development
• Attend Lower School chapel two times a week

Qualifications and Key Skills:

• A commitment to St. Christopher's mission, Community Pillars, policies, and initiatives
• A commitment to best practices in education, as articulated in the School's Teaching Excellence Document, and a dedication to best practices for boys, as espoused by the St. Christopher's Center for the Study of Boys
• A clear commitment to diversity, community, and inclusion in school communities, as expressed in the St. Christopher's Diversity and Inclusion Statement
• Bachelor's degree with strong academic record preferred
• Experience working with elementary-aged children
• Personal traits and communication style which nurture the growth of children
• Works cooperatively with adults and has a strong ability to multitask
• Passion and joy for working with young people and an enthusiasm for learning
• Comfort with using technology daily and a willingness to learn and navigate specific platforms

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for extended periods of time
• Must be able to circulate among students in a classroom setting
• Must be able to move from classroom to classroom and from building to building as assigned or required by classroom assignment and activity of the day
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally required to work in poor weather conditions such as temperature, precipitation, and wind during recess and carpool duty

How to Apply:

We only accept applicant resumes through our online portal, which you can access here. Once you select the "Apply Now" button, it will take you through the prompts to complete your application and upload your resume, cover letter and other required documents.

Application deadline is open until filled.

School Website: www.stchristophers.com

School Information:

Established in 1911, St. Christopher's School is a JK-12 all-boys day school in Richmond, VA. St. Christopher's School is committed to cultivating a school community that is diverse, inclusive, and welcoming and prides itself on bringing out the best in every boy. Our Episcopal foundation is at the center of what we do, and we care most about developing young men who possess honor and integrity. Our boys benefit from an education and curriculum that is focused on excellence in all forms, including academics, the arts, athletics, and service learning.

The School's single-campus location consists of 43 contiguous acres and 23 buildings with over 300,000 square feet. With over a century of rich history in the education of boys, St. Christopher's has a reputation as a national and international leader in the education of boys. Our work with the International Boys' Schools Coalition and our very own Center for the Study of Boys, supports our new strategic plan, Momentum 2025, setting a bold path forward for the entire St. Christopher's community.

St. Christopher's School is committed to fostering, in broad and meaningful ways, an inclusive school community in which all members feel respected, welcomed, and valued. As such, St. Christopher's School is an equal opportunity employer. St. Christopher's School provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and job applicants without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation, age, disability, genetic information or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

Mission Statement:

St. Christopher's School knows, loves, and celebrates boys, promotes their pursuit of excellence, and prepares them for lives of honor and integrity, service, and leadership.

Benefits Package:

Among peer independent schools nationally, St. Christopher's offers one of the most generous, comprehensive and competitive employee benefits packages available.