Co-Teacher Training Program (Nursery - 3rd Grade)

Location: Greenwich, Connecticut
Type: Full Time

About the role

The Greenwich Country Day School Co-Teacher Training Program employs college graduates in a one- or two-year placement, facilitating entry into the elementary and early childhood teaching profession. The training program offers opportunities to explore all aspects of an elementary classroom while teaching under the mentorship of a lead teacher and participating in a vibrant cohort.

In addition to placement in pre-k through third-grade classrooms, co-teachers gain broad professional experience working with multiple age groups, as responsibilities include teaching in the after-school enrichment programs or coaching athletic teams. The classroom experience is supplemented with a professional development program featuring noted guest speakers and a seminar series.

Greenwich, CT, is within easy commuting distance to numerous graduate programs and New York City.

Responsibilities

• Teach in pre-k through third-grade classrooms under the mentorship of a lead teacher
• Work with multiple age groups through after-school enrichment programs or coaching athletic teams
• Participate in a professional development program featuring guest speakers and seminar series

Benefits

• Housing on campus or nearby
• Annual stipend of $32,000 in the first year of the program, $34,000 in the second year
• Medical and dental benefits
• Up to $5,000 annual tuition assistance for graduate school

About The Greenwich Country Day School

Greenwich Country Day School is an independent, co-educational day school with current enrollment of over 1,400 students in grades N-12, and a faculty and staff of 400. The original Old Church Road campus is home to grades N-8. The new High School campus (9-12), established in 2019, is located less than two miles away on Stanwich Road.

Founded in 1926, GCDS is a school where innovative teaching is encouraged as teachers model and foster a love of learning, challenge and inspire children toward academic excellence, and cultivate students’ interests and talents outside of the classroom. We value purposeful and personal learning in a joyful environment, with emphasis on the development of character, creativity, and a sense of personal value along with strong academic skills. GCDS is committed to graduating ethical, confident leaders who possess a strong sense of purpose.