PreK Assistant

About Saint Andrew’s School:

Saint Andrew's School is an independent, co-educational school for grades PK-12, Saint Andrew's is both a day school and a boarding school, educating students from across the United States and throughout the world. As a college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition, Saint Andrew's welcomes students of all faiths, customs, cultures, and beliefs. "Honor Above All," academic excellence and education in Mind, Body, and Spirit reflect Saint Andrew's experience. We are committed to educating the "whole child" while instilling a dedication to lifelong learning. 

Saint Andrew’s School employees are committed to the mission to provide educational excellence in an inclusive community, fostering lifelong learning and nurturing each individual in mind, body, and spirit in the Episcopal tradition. 

Position Summary:

This role is responsible for helping our youngest Scots develop learning habits and strategies to be successful lifelong learners in a safe and caring environment. We are seeking a Pre-K Assistant teacher for the upcoming academic year (2024-2025). This is a temporary full-time position working 37.5 hours per week. 
 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Along with the lead teacher assist to-

• supervise students to maintain a safe, nurturing environment 

• implementation of our PK curriculum consistent with the unique needs of each child

• support and monitor lunch

• Assist specialists or if students are out of the room at PE, clean tables/toys and help the head teacher with prep work.

• cultivate positive and collaborative relationships with students, families, and teachers.

• follow classroom cleaning routines throughout the day

• encourage and remind students to follow safety protocols as outlined by the school.

• help monitor the children to keep them safe and/or

• organize games/activities

• assist with arrival and dismissal

• other duties as assigned

• Associates Degree or higher preferred

• 40 Hours of DCF Child Care Training and Competency Exams Required

• Experience in an educational field (early childhood education experience preferred)

• Strong communication skills and a friendly, nurturing attitude

• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive work environment
   

Physical Demands:  Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, and for the majority of the work day. May be required to lift up to 25lbs.
 

Saint Andrew’s School is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, gender, race, religion, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability or handicap, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirement of all federal, state, and local laws. 

Saint Andrew’s is a drug-free workplace. All employees must successfully maintain an acceptable Level II criminal background check.  Saint Andrew’s School may, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet the school’s changing needs.