SY 25-26 Teaching / Ins Support Assistant (Pre K - 2nd Grade)

Conservatory Lab Charter School; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Conservatory Lab Charter School seeks a passionate Teaching Support Assistant for Pre K - 2nd Grade. The role involves collaborating with teachers to create optimal learning environments and supporting students' academic and emotional development in a full-time, on-site position.

Qualifications

• Experience with children required.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Haitian Creole, or Cape Verdean Creole preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing lesson plans and reinforcing lessons.
• Maintain classroom discipline and routines.
• Collaborate with special educators to support accommodations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Education

2 years of college

Bachelor's degree

Job description

SY 25-26 Teaching / Ins Support Assistant (Pre K - 2nd Grade)

Join to apply for the SY 25-26 Teaching / Ins Support Assistant (Pre K - 2nd Grade) role at Conservatory Lab Charter School.

Welcome to Conservatory Lab Charter School, a community recognized for excellence in Massachusetts:

• The only charter school designated a "School of Recognition" by DESE for SY22/23 growth metrics across all subgroups.
• Finalist for the Pozen Prize in 2019 for strong student growth.
• An "El Sistema-inspired" program with daily music classes and diverse instruments.
• An EL Education school integrating project-based learning, social-emotional development, and rigorous academics.
• A community fostering implicit learning of perseverance, cooperation, and uplift through music and academics.

Join our team committed to holistic urban education excellence.

Mission

Conservatory Lab empowers children as scholars, artists, and leaders through rigorous academics and music education, enriching the community via performance, service, and collaboration. As a laboratory school, we develop innovative educational approaches to benefit other schools and programs.

Role Overview

We seek passionate individuals motivated to support students' full potential. The ideal candidate collaborates with teachers to plan and implement learning experiences supporting students' academic, social, emotional, and physical development. The role involves supporting school culture, professional development, and coaching. Instructional support assistants work with lead teachers to provide instructional and social-emotional support, with ongoing professional development every Wednesday.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Partner with lead teachers to create optimal learning environments.
• Assist in implementing lesson plans and reinforcing lessons through one-on-one or small group instruction.
• Maintain classroom discipline and routines.
• Support record-keeping and progress monitoring.
• Lead small group and individual interventions based on research-based strategies.
• Collaborate with special educators to support accommodations.
• Communicate with families and participate in meetings.
• Support students' transitions and classroom maintenance.
• Assist with administrative duties like arrival/dismissal, lunch, and recess supervision.
• Reflect on performance and seek feedback for continuous improvement.
• Substitute as needed during meetings and professional development.
• Perform other duties to ensure a safe, supportive environment.

This is a full-time, on-site position.

Job Requirements

• Required: 2 years of college, experience with children, teamwork, confidentiality, strong communication skills, flexibility in a demanding environment.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree, background in early childhood, elementary, ESL, or special education, bilingual in Spanish, Haitian Creole, or Cape Verdean Creole.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Required Documentation

• Resume highlighting relevant experience.
• Valid professional licensure if applicable.
• Copy of highest relevant educational degree.