Benchmark School

Lower School Language Arts/Math Co-Teacher

Jul 24 2024

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.

Position Start Date: August 23, 2024

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 application portal, 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 when you’ve worked across difference. 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?