Grade Level Assistant (Grade 2)

About The Park SchoolThe Park School is a Pre-K to Grade 8 independent school in Brookline, MA dedicated to excellence ineducation. The cornerstone of Park's program is academic excellence, combining both high standards ofscholarship and the encouragement of each child to develop to their greatest potential. Our schoolcommunity fosters a nurturing environment in which children develop curiosity, express creativity,appreciate the value of hard work and discipline, and experience the joy of learning. Park's facultyencourages each student to strive for intellectual, physical, and moral growth and to become contributingmembers of the community.The Grade Level Assistant (Grade 2) is a member of the school’s Lower Division and reports to the LowerDivision Head. This full-time, 10-month position comes with the responsibility of working with facultyand staff to support the second-grade team in support of the school’s mission and curricular goalsResponsibilitiesSupport all four lead teachers in their individual classrooms and across the grade level as a wholeAssist teachers with lesson preparation by getting materials ready and setting up equipmentWork with small groups of students during the school daySupport behavior management, classroom procedures, and routines to help ensure the classroomenvironment is safe and clean.Communicate with families around absences and dismissal changesSupport teachers in curriculum development and join team meetingsCollaborate with lead teachers to recognize issues students are facing and recommend solutionsAssist in social-emotional problem-solving in an age-appropriate mannerOversee students during non-classroom times, including in-between classes, and during all lunch, recess, and carpool timesProvide substitute teaching coverage at your assigned grade level as neededComply with state, school, and class rules and regulationsAttend all training classes and occasional faculty or PD meetingsQualificationsA bachelor’s degree in education or a relevant field is requiredA minimum of 2 years of experience as a teaching assistant or similar roleSolid understanding of classroom activities and early childhood teaching best practicesMust have a compassionate and positive attitudeExcellent written and verbal communication skillsFlexible and able to adjust to different learning environments and structuresDemonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in teaching and learning& experience in working in a culturally diverse community.Motivation for and interest in professional developmentMaintain focus and adaptability in an energetic and, at times, loud environmentEffectively interpret, navigate, mediate, and resolve conflicts with students and families in atimely manner.The ability to hold meetings in person and via supported video conference tools (i.e. Zoom orGoogle Meet)Proficient or the ability to learn Google tools and other applications as adopted by the school,such as Veracross and Atlas etc.Physical Requirements:The ability to sit and stand uninterrupted for 30 minute periods of timeThe ability to regularly walk on and travel across variable surfaces (e.g. level flooring, stairs, turf,gravel, asphalt, etc.).The ability to lead, supervise and accompany students to all areas of the school campus (includingall indoor and outdoor areas), including during day-to-day responsibilities and in case ofemergency.The ability to consistently operate a computer. Proficient or the ability to quickly learn Googletools and other school software.The ability to regularly stand, sit, crouch, and kneel down in order to support studentsThe ability to work outdoors, year-round, in variable weather conditionsThe ability to lift and hold 15 lbs overheadThe ability to occasionally transport (e.g., move or drag) 25 lbsThe ability to maintain focus and composure in an energetic and, at times, loud environmentApplication InformationPlease visit Park’s career page to complete an application and upload your resume, cover letter,leadership/philosophy statement, and the names of three to five references, including two presentor past supervisors.The annual compensation for this role is $57,964.00. Actual salaries will vary depending onmultiple factors, including, but not limited to, degrees received, years of teaching experience, andother considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive compensation details, inclusive of anyadditional benefits, will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer.Park is an equal-opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of actual orperceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, age,sex, gender, gender identity, or gender expression (including transgender status), sexualorientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions, militaryservice and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, natural or protectivehairstyles or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment,education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.We welcome candidates who will add to the diversity of our community and who havedemonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in their teaching and learning.Job applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States. The Park School willnot sponsor an employment visa or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time forthis role.Powered by JazzHRIS43a4N8fM