Pre-Kindergarten Teaching Assistant

2 months ago

St Louis, Missouri, United States Forsyth School Full time

Forsyth School: Pre-Kindergarten Teaching Assistant (Part-Time)

Imagine your school day begins when you enter the front door of a charming, ornate, historic home. You walk by a staircase to find your pre-kindergarten classroom–greeted by warm, smiling faces along the way. Now imagine this historic home is part of a neighborhood of six homes, woven together to create a school that is dedicated to growing and challenging a diverse group of elementary school students in a joyful community. And this community is committed to fostering an environment where kindness, compassion, curiosity, and questioning are valued. If you are energized by these ideas, and you value collaborating with other passionate, student-centered educators who teach the whole child, then Forsyth School is looking for you.

At Forsyth, our mission is to foster a spirit of curiosity and joy, empowering children to pursue challenges with confidence. And our Honor Code is embedded in the fabric of our institution, reminding us of our commitment to make Forsyth a special place.

POSITION SUMMARY

Teacher assistants at Forsyth work in a highly collaborative, cooperative, student centered environment. As a Pre-K (ages 3 and 4) teaching assistant, you will work closely with the lead teachers to provide developmentally appropriate, academically challenging, joyful learning experiences for a classroom of students. At the heart of all of your work as a Forsyth teaching assistant is the desire to live our mission and do your part to create and uphold a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community.

OPPORTUNITIES (TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES)

  • Nurture the social, emotional, academic, and developmental needs of Pre-K students
  • Support the lead teacher in classroom set-up and student support
  • Complete classroom tasks as requested by the lead classroom teachers
  • Monitor students during times of play and work
  • Support activities that are child initiated, and guide small groups through developmental learning activities
  • Advance a culture of collaboration, transparency, and trust
  • Be an inclusive, positive, active contributor to the school community
  • Report to the Lower Division Director CORE COMPETENCIES
    • A love of elementary children
    • Demonstrable commitment to teaching and learning in a dynamic and diverse school environment that promotes the work of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
    • Verifiable commitment to professional growth and openness to feedback and improvement
    • A growth mindset, sense of humor, flexibility, comfort with change, and openness to quickly pivoting to meet students' needs ABOUT FORSYTH SCHOOL

      Located in St. Louis, Missouri, Forsyth is an age 2 – Grade 6, co-ed independent school of 385 students. The campus is bordered by Washington University and Forest Park, one of the largest city parks in the nation and home to many of the city's great cultural institutions, including free museums, a world class zoo, and a thriving food and music scene. Forsyth's unique facilities, six stately historic homes, all built in the 1920s and 30s, have been transformed into classrooms and community spaces. These nurturing, intimate spaces, as well as excellent teaching, have made challenge and high expectations for students the center of Forsyth's ethos since its origin in 1961.

      COMPENSATION

      This is a part-time, hourly position. The average number of hours per week will be 27 with a range of pay between $19 - $21 per hour.

      HOW TO APPLY

      In your application, please submit a cover letter, resume, three to five professional references, and any other supporting materials. Candidates will be informed before references are contacted.

      Forsyth School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomics, family composition, genetic information, citizenship, national and ethnic origin, or on the basis of any other protected status. Candidates from groups traditionally underrepresented in independent schools are encouraged to apply. Apply here

      Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Please submit your materials as soon as possible, and don't hesitate to reach out to Jason Hooper , assistant head of school for academics and lower division director, with any questions about the application process.

      Forsyth's background screening process requires employees to undergo a social media check, satisfactory reference checks with prior and current employers, and a successful criminal background screening.

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