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    Lower School Associate Teacher - Brooklyn, United States - Mary McDowell Friends School

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    Description

    Mary McDowell Friends School is a K-12 college preparatory program dedicated to the success of students with learning disabilities. Grounded in the Quaker values of equality, integrity, and social responsibility, we cultivate a diverse community where all students can reach their full potential. Our specialized teaching methodologies and challenging curricula empower students to become academic achievers, creative thinkers, and contributing members of a global society.

    Mary McDowell Friends School (MMFS) invites applications for a full-time Associate Teacher beginning August 2024.

    Job Title: Lower School Associate Teacher

    Reports to : Division Director and Assistant Division Director

    Position Overview

    Associate Teachers support the mission of the school by overseeing the safety and well-being of the students in advisory, content area classes, core classrooms, and homeroom classes by monitoring and stimulating educational and social-emotional growth within the framework of the school's mission by collaborating with the teaching partner to implement a curriculum that meets the needs of the MMFS student.

    Associate Teachers work alongside experienced classroom teachers to develop skills in working with individual children and small groups, as well as gaining experience and confidence in building relationships with families and communicating about students' learning and development in person and through documentation.

    Essential Responsibilities and Duties :

    • Work in collaboration with their teaching partner to implement parts of the curriculum and gradually assume increased responsibilities
    • Act as the advocate for homeroom students, supporting each student in their relationships with other teachers and working with the cooperating homeroom teacher to be the primary point person with parents
    • Supervise homeroom students when participating in division-wide and school-wide activities such as silence, assembly, and meeting special guests
    • Implement individualized student plans for homework, organization, and behavior
    • Participating fully in the life of the school, including professional development, MMFS committee, weekly faculty meetings, regular supervisory meetings, and all school silence and staff meetings
    • Write, edit, and submit timely trimester reports, grades, recommendations, evaluations, and other requests as needed
    • Duties based on assigned schedules include supervising a study hall, arrival/lunch/dismissal duty, student trips (including overnight trips), and student clubs
    • Leading a reading and math group independently Diversity and Equity Commitments:
      • Understand and participate in all school-wide diversity and equity initiatives
      • Examine teaching practice through the lens of race, identity, equity, and privilege
      • Develop a curriculum that provides students with an opportunity to recognize their many identities Supervisory Responsibility

        This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

        Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

        This is a full-time, exempt ten-month position that follows the academic calendar. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with a half hour paid lunch; faculty meetings occur every Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand and will be scheduled in advance.

        Travel

        Travel between campuses is necessary on occasion for meetings, are scheduled with advanced notice, and are within walking distance from each other.

        Work Environment & Physical Demands

        This job requires the ability to maintain the physical capacity required to navigate the school environment and to ensure the safety of the students. The ability to open filing cabinets and bend or stand for long periods of time, as necessary. Classroom locations vary based on student schedules and staff may need to teach from different rooms.

        The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

        Required Education & Experience

        BA in education or related field. Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance and problem-solving and to achieve results. Willingness to learn and adapt to a new environment required.

        Preferred Education & Experience

        Proficiency with Microsoft Office and G Suite applications. Experience in the special education, private sector, or Independent School system a plus. Commitment to equity and justice, including knowledge and skills related to cultural competency are desired

        Application

        To apply, please upload a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three professional references as a .pdf (preferable) or word document. If your background and experience are appropriate for the position, you will be contacted directly by a member of our search committee.

        We offer a rewarding work experience in downtown Brooklyn, NY, where we encourage employees to bring their whole selves to work. We recognize, appreciate, celebrate, and honor our diverse community as we build an awareness of who each individual is and who we are collectively.

        Applicants who enhance the diversity of the school's faculty and administration are strongly encouraged to apply.

        Please visit our website for more information on our school and a full list of vacancies .

        Equal Employment Opportunity

        Employment at Mary McDowell Friends School is based solely on qualifications and competence for a particular position, without regard to race, color, ethnic origin, nationality, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, familial status, or any other category protected by the law. Mary McDowell Friends School's policy of non-discrimination extends to all employment practices including but not limited to hiring, transfer, promotion, training, compensation, benefits, layoffs, and termination.



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