Posted: Jul 22, 2024
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Lower School Language Arts/Math Co-Teacher

Benchmark School - Media, PA
Full-time
Salary: Annually
Application Deadline: Aug 23, 2024
Education

Role:  Lower School Language Arts/Math Co-Teacher

Reports to:  Head of Lower School - Intermediate Level/Head of  Math Department

Department:  Lower School/Math

Job Status:  Full Time Monday-Friday 7:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

 

Job Description:

The co-teacher is responsible for providing explicit instruction that is respectful, achievable, and developmentally appropriate for the students in their classroom and adheres to the curriculum for the grade/age.  The co-teacher is part of the teaching team that includes the head teacher, Division Head, Child and Family Support Services, and grade team members.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the head teachers to plan and teach small-group or whole-class lessons in language arts and math
  • Co-teach up to two math classes with the support of the department head under the direction of the head teacher
  • Co-teach a language arts class with the support of the division head under the direction of the head teacher
  • Assist students with independent or collaborative work
  • Monitor student engagement
  • Assume head teacher responsibilities as needed
  • Record and share observations and information with the head teachers
  • Meet regularly with the head teachers to discuss student progress and curriculum
  • Write academic reports in language arts
  • Communicate with parents as needed
  • Perform additional duties before, during, or after school as needed
  • Perform clerical duties, including recording and checking homework, recording attendance, etc.
  • Attend professional development sessions
  • Attend level meetings
  • Participate in occasional activities beyond the school day

 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Knowledge of lower school language arts and math instruction

 

Application & Writing Response

Please apply via the link below, and provide the following: 

  • A current resume 
  • Three professional references including names, telephone numbers, and email addresses 
  • In addition to a standard cover letter, please respond to the following questions in no more than 500 words. Applications that do not include these responses will not be considered.
    • Give an example of when you’ve worked across differences. What was the nature of the experience and what did you learn about yourself as an educator and person?
    • Which cutting-edge approaches, research, or tools in education interest you right now and why?