Upper School Floating Associate Teacher (STEM)

The Quad Preparatory School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An inspiring educational institution is seeking a dedicated Upper School Floating Associate Teacher to support neurodiverse students. This role involves providing instruction and emotional support in a collaborative environment, where you will fill in for head teachers and assist with interdisciplinary lessons. You will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced educators and clinicians, ensuring that each student's unique needs are met. If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of students, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to engage in meaningful work and professional development.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401K Match

Professional Development Opportunities

Student Loan Repayment Contributions

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field required.
• Experience teaching children in grades 6-12 is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and support to students in the absence of head teachers.
• Develop emergency lesson plans and assist with administrative tasks.

Skills

Communication Skills

Lesson Planning

Teamwork and Collaboration

Patience and Flexibility

Attention to Detail

Understanding of Child Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Master’s degree in Education

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

The Quad Preparatory School

Upper School Floating Associate Teacher

Anticipated Opening for the 2025-26 School Year

Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Upper School Associate Academic Director

Annual Salary Range: $45,000-$54,000

At Quad Prep, we are on a mission to transform the lives of neurodiverse, twice-exceptional people by redefining the experience of school. Through the collective, collaborative, and empathic work of our teachers and clinicians, we are empowering our students to engage with the exciting and wonderful diversity of this world.

As we enter our 13th year, we are excited to welcome fellow innovators and collaborative colleagues to our team to be a part of this inspiring and impactful mission. At Quad Prep, a New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) Accredited School, we are eager to create challenging and engaging learning experiences for our students, to seek diverse perspectives, and to work together to continuously refine and redefine best practices in neurodiverse education. The Quad Preparatory School actively seeks to advance diversity through its programs and hiring.

What You’ll Do

The Quad Preparatory School is looking for a floating associate teacher for our Upper School (grades 6-12) campus. The floating associate will fill in for head teachers and psychosocial teachers when needed to provide instruction and social-emotional support to students. Our classrooms typically consist of ten or fewer students.

Teachers have the opportunity to receive mentorship, coaching, and support from the clinicians as well as academic administrators.

Expectations:

• Take on the responsibilities of a head teacher or psychosocial teacher, following lesson plans and the directions of other classroom teachers.
• Report to the teacher on his or her return as to what was accomplished during the teacher’s absence.
• Develop and be ready to implement “emergency” lesson plans in the event a teacher’s absence is unexpected and plans are not readily available.
• Push into the homeroom classes for interdisciplinary lessons and classroom support on days when substitute coverage is not needed.
• Perform administrative and clerical tasks for Upper School faculty and administration on days when substitute coverage is not needed.
• Follow the professional code and policies of the school and conduct oneself in a way that promotes the mission of the school.
• Utilize Google Suite, in particular Google Drive, Docs, and Sheets.
• Attend all faculty and staff meetings and required special events (e.g., open houses, Curriculum Night, Carnivale).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

1. Love for working with children
2. Strong background and interest in science, technology, and/or mathematics
3. Desire and ability to work with students with special needs
4. Lesson planning and the ability to provide engaging and differentiated instruction
5. Ability to connect with elementary school-aged children
6. Effective oral and written communication
7. A solid understanding of elementary-aged children’s academic, social, and emotional development
8. Attention to detail
9. Maintaining confidentiality and privacy
10. Ethical conduct
11. Time management and the ability to multitask
12. Teamwork and collaboration
13. Patience and flexibility

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in education (any subject area), special education, a related field, or a STEM-related field.
• Experience teaching children in grades 6-12.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• At least three years experience as a full-time teacher or teacher’s assistant.
• Master’s degree in education (any subject area), special education, or a related field.
• Special education training, including training in the areas of gifted education and twice-exceptional youth.
• Secondary (any subject) and/or special education teaching credential.
• Experience teaching twice-exceptional youth.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a school setting. School is located on the 5th and 6th floors of the building with an elevator. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the school and occasionally traveling to the Upper School campus approximately two blocks away.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. This position is active and involves continuous standing, walking, and climbing stairs. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items under 20 pounds. Typing is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time exempt position in an educational facility that is open eight hours a day. Teachers, psychosocial teachers, and staff clinicians work ten months out of the year according to the academic calendar (late August to late June). Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required, anticipate at least three of these events throughout the year. In general, though, hours are Monday-Friday 8am - 4pm.

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation is dependent upon experience and degree obtained. At Quad Prep full-time (or over 30 hours per week) employees will have access to a full range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), pre-tax transit, and dependent care (DC FSA) accounts; a 401K match, and student loan repayment contributions (after one year of employment); and a range of professional development opportunities, including our First Year Support Program for all new facility and staff; our Leadership Development Institute for those wishing to gain supervisory experience; and a full tuition waiver for candidates wishing to participate in our annual Certificate Program in Meeting the Needs of Twice-Exceptional Students.

All staff will engage with colleagues in our ongoing staff wellness groups, relax at our social events, and collaborate in meaningful work as a valued member of our voluntary groups, including our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Taskforce; our Staff Ambassador Program; and our Peer Mentorship Program.

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***Note that all employees are required to be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19. Medical and Religious Exemptions may be provided.***

ADA/AAP/EEO Statement: The Quad Preparatory School is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People and Culture department at [e-mail].

The Quad Preparatory School is based on an inclusive philosophy that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, familial status, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law in its hiring procedures and policies.