K-8 Assistant Teacher

About the role

The K-8 Teacher Assistant supports Lead Teachers across all three of our mixed-age learning bands in delivering effective, inquiry-based learning experiences. This role rotates between groups as needed throughout the day, providing individualized attention, maintaining an organized and nurturing environment, and serving as a flexible, school-wide contributor.

Key Responsibilities

• Help prepare daily materials and organize learning spaces across K–8 learning bands
• Rotate between the K–2, 3–5, and 6–8 groups as needed throughout the school day
• Work with small groups on targeted skills, projects, and inquiry activities
• Serve as support for individual students needing additional assistance or enrichment at any grade level
• Maintain classroom organization and a clean, welcoming environment
• Absent from the classroom when the Lead Teacher steps away
• Follow all safety, emergency, and school procedures consistently

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (any field; education, child development, or psychology preferred)
• 1+ years of experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting
• CPR/First Aid certified, or willing to complete training prior to start date
• Cleared background check and fingerprinting (required before hire)
• Patient, enthusiastic, and committed to working with diverse learners
• Ability to follow detailed instructional plans and collaborate closely with the Lead Teacher
• Basic computer skills for documentation and record-keeping

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a microschool, Montessori, or project-based learning environment
• Familiarity with mastery-based or mixed-age instructional models
• Interest in growing into a Lead Teacher role as enrollment expands

Compensation & Benefits

• Part-time: 6 hours per day, 180 school days per year
• Hourly rate: $17.00/hour
• 8 paid holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day
• Access to professional development opportunities
• Pathway to a full-time Lead Teacher position as enrollment grows