Kindergarten Teaching Fellow

About the role

BASIS Baton Rouge Primary Mid City Campus is seeking qualified candidates for a Kindergarten Teaching Fellow for the 2026/27 school year. Visit this link to learn more about us.

The Assistant Teacher Role

The position allows you to learn the BASIS Charter School model and program, including many aspects of the school, and prepares you for full time classroom teaching or other roles. Assistant Teachers have a visible presence in all areas of school life, assist with issues or tasks relating to the well-being of our students, and join their colleagues in maintaining a strong, positive, achievement-oriented school culture.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required
• Willingness to take and pass the NES Elementary Education Assessment, if necessary
• Willingness to acquire and maintain current practices in both subject matter knowledge and BASIS Charter School teaching methodologies
• Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card and/or satisfactory applicable state background check

Primary Responsibilities (may vary per campus needs)

• Classroom teaching, both part-time and as a substitute
• Aiding teachers with classroom management
• Student academic support and tutoring
• Aiding classroom teachers with events, labs, and testing
• Evaluating student progress, needs, and gains
• Proctoring assessments
• Monitoring and managing students’ non-scheduled time, including Early Bird and Late Bird supervision and Lunch Monitor responsibilities
• Making sure students are accounted for during study groups
• Assisting the school’s Deans and Directors of Student Affairs with managing behavior and discipline
• Assisting the school’s Directors of Academic Programs with managing and executing key programs

Additional Skills and Competencies

• Strong belief in and adherence to the BASIS Charter School academic program and school model
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to exercise excellent judgment and decision making
• Ability to work with diverse constituents while maintaining the highest professional standards
• Exemplary organizational skills; ability to establish and manage multiple priorities; ability to work under pressure
• Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy

Benefits and Salary

• Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience
• BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
• Employer paid medical and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Ability to add dependents
• 401(k) with partial match that grows over time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)