Lower School Associate Teacher

King School is a PreK-12 independent, college preparatory day school located in Stamford that serves the diverse families of Fairfield and Westchester counties. King seeks more than achievement for our students. We open minds and spark courageous thinking. Our students discover and forge their unique paths to excellence.

Diversity is foundational to academic and professional excellence, and therefore is a core value at King. We think, learn, and work more deeply due to the many facets of diversity in our community, including but not limited to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, ability, and learning style. We leverage cultural differences and intellectual diversity to create an inclusive and vibrant learning community, endeavoring for each person to feel seen, heard, valued, and respected.

About the role

The Lower School Associate Teacher position supports students in the Lower School under the mentorship of a lead teacher. This full-time, exempt role reports to the Head of Lower School for the 2026-2027 academic year.

The Associate Teacher Program provides individuals seeking a career in teaching the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the Lower School. The program offers exploration of all aspects of an elementary classroom while teaching under the guidance of a lead teacher and participating in a vibrant cohort.

Responsibilities

• Teach small group lessons, including language arts and math, under the direction of the lead teacher.
• Provide academic and emotional support to students.
• Model fairness and proper behavior.
• Plan programmatic and grade level activities with the lead teacher.
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth and development.
• Attend Lower School and all-school faculty meetings, as well as workshops on professional growth and development days held after 3:00 P.M.
• Availability to work in the After School Program when meetings are not required.
• Attend Parents’ Night in September/October, Open House, and other school events.
• Provide coverage for other Lower School teachers when necessary.
• Participate in King’s orientation and mentor programs.
• Perform duties as assigned by the Head of Lower School including recess, lunch, and dismissal.
• Opportunities to coach in Upper School athletics program for interested candidates (paid at approved stipend rates).
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Lower School.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required; field of education preferred.
• Previous experience working with young children.
• Strong affinity for young children, flexibility, and a sense of humor.
• Knowledge of academic and social developmental benchmarks.
• Ability to collaborate in the management of a classroom with multiple centers and group lessons occurring simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills and ability to constructively collaborate with colleagues and parents.
• Must embrace the use of technology to enhance classroom instruction and communication.
• Strong demonstration of cultural competence, capacity to work, teach, and learn across cultural differences.
• Willingness to embrace King’s Mission, Virtues, and Diversity Policy Statement.
• Participate in King’s orientation programs.