Enrichment and Academic Aide, Lower School

About the Role

The Enrichment & Academic Aide, Lower School is a full-time, benefits-eligible position supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of Lower School students. This role combines classroom-based academic support with enrichment programming and student supervision, providing an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children throughout the school day.

The Enrichment & Academic Aide typically spends one to three instructional periods in the classroom during the morning and early afternoon, depending on the assigned schedule. During these periods, the Aide works closely with classroom teachers to reinforce instruction and provide individual or small-group academic support. Outside of classroom instructional periods, the Aide plans and leads engaging, age-appropriate enrichment activities, supervises students, promotes student success, and helps build a positive and inclusive school community.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for students.
• Support students academically through individual and small-group assistance.
• Collaborate with Lower School teachers to reinforce classroom instruction and student learning.
• Plan and lead engaging, age- and skill-appropriate enrichment activities.
• Supervise students and support their physical, social, and emotional well-being.
• Promote student success, self-esteem, independence, and positive decision-making.
• Build positive relationships with students, families, colleagues, and the broader school community.
• Serve as a positive adult role model for students.
• Contribute energy, creativity, and enthusiasm to the student experience.

Requirements

We are seeking candidates who love working with children, are eager to learn, and have a genuine desire to make a positive difference in the lives of students. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, dependable, collaborative, and committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and succeed.