Kindergarten Assistant Teacher at NEW CANAAN COUNTRY SCHOOL

New Canaan, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Classroom Management, Instructional Methods, Collaboration, Communication, Organization, Social-Emotional Skills, Problem-Solving, Curriculum Development, Teaching Young Children, Differentiated Instruction, Professional Development, Reflective Practice, Cultural Competency, Joy in Teaching, Adaptability, Inquiry-Based Learning

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Description New Canaan Country School is a co-ed, independent day school for students in Pre-K through Grade 9 living in Fairfield and Westchester Counties. Our mission is to guide students to reach their intellectual, creative, moral, and physical potential. A talented and devoted faculty engages our students in developmentally appropriate ways, delivering a challenging curriculum that builds intellectual skills and fosters creative and critical thinking. We lead by example and challenge students to fulfill their potential, find their path, and follow their passions, whether in the classroom, on the playing fields, on the stage, or serving the community. The Early Childhood program at Country School serves children in Grades Beginners (age 3) through Kindergarten. In Early Childhood, we are passionate about children believing in themselves and their great potential. We are a place where imagination and curiosity are valued and childhood is respected, all while children are well-prepared academically. Teachers intentionally prepare a space that will excite, invite and encourage children to explore. Our Kindergarten program provides opportunities for hands-on inquiry, direct instruction, and differentiated groupings during lessons. The children are encouraged to take risks in a safe environment where relationships are built on trust. About the Kindergarten Assistant Teacher Position The Kindergarten Assistant Teacher serves as a member of our Early Childhood faculty. Our Early Childhood teachers are experienced, dynamic and possess a strong sense of pedagogy. They demonstrate a commitment to bringing out the best in each student and ensure that each child is known, seen, loved, and valued. Responsive Classroom is robustly used as our social-emotional curriculum across all Kindergarten classrooms. Assistant Teachers are responsible for partnering with the Lead Teacher to cultivate a joyful and kind classroom community, as well as delivering a high-caliber of instruction across disciplines. Responsibilities Partner with the Lead Teacher to cultivate a joyful, vibrant, inclusive, and welcoming classroom community supported by strong classroom management skills Provide whole group and differentiated small group instruction across homeroom subject areas, guided by the Lead Teacher Attend, participate and contribute at weekly grade level team meetings and Early Childhood meetings Prepare and organize materials for lessons, centers and activities Support the lead teacher in maintaining a clean and inviting classroom to serve as the child’s third teacher Support children in developing independence, social-emotional skills, and problem-solving abilities Communicate regularly with the Lead Teacher to stay informed about classroom priorities Assist with documentation, observations and record-keeping as needed Collaborate with colleagues to construct curriculum, share teaching methods, and review assessment data in the service of the children Seek out professional growth and participate in professional development opportunities Requirements Understanding of the social, emotional and academic needs of students of this age Demonstrates joy in teaching and an ability to connect with young children Well-developed classroom management skills Understanding of instructional methods and curricular implementation Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with colleagues Highly developed organizational skills Relevant experience teaching the age group Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university Competencies Is an active steward in helping to create a positive, encouraging, and respectful culture Demonstrates a true sense of joy in being in a school environment Is organized, collaborative, flexible, responsive and adaptive Models inquiry, curiosity and risk-taking Is reflective of teaching practice and seek feedback Demonstrates cultural competency Demonstrates lifelong learning

Responsibilities

The Kindergarten Assistant Teacher partners with the Lead Teacher to create a joyful and inclusive classroom community while delivering high-quality instruction. Responsibilities include providing differentiated instruction, preparing materials, and supporting children's social-emotional development.