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Company: The Spence School Location: New York, NY Employment Type: Full Time Date Posted: 04/10/2026 Expire Date: 06/10/2026 Salary: 50-75 Job Categories: Education |
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Lower School Associate Teacher (K-2) he Spence School LOWER SCHOOL ASSOCIATE TEACHER Full-time position to begin August 2026 Overview The Associate Teacher Program at the Spence Lower School provides the foundation for beginning teachers to prepare to ultimately become lead teachers of their own classroom. Associates typically remain at Spence for two years, as this allows them to teach in different grade levels and to work with more than one Head Teacher. Head Teachers work closely with their Associates to mentor them in the following areas: The craft of teaching and the development of curriculum Strategies for teaching, including differentiation of instruction Classroom management Professionalism Student assessment Development of personal teaching style Communication with parents Active observation of students Weekly planning Responsibilities Associate Teachers assist the Head Teacher with all day-to-day duties including lesson preparation and classroom set up. In addition to learning the craft of teaching by supporting the Head Teacher and assisting with classroom practices, Associate Teachers have additional responsibilities which include: Attending all faculty and grade level meetings Attending curriculum morning and admissions events Leading a reading group Serving as head teacher when needed and participating in planning Participating in school-wide professional development Qualifications Possesses MA or MS (or working toward it) in Elementary Education preferred Has experience working with young children Finds joy in working with children and in school life Approaches work with optimism, energy, kindness and a sense of humor Demonstrates cultural competency and skills engaging with and learning from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences Supports Spence’s commitment to equity and inclusion Has a disposition toward learning from and with colleagues about teaching practice Contact Information
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The Spence School
Website: https://www.spenceschool.org/about-... Company Description: About us With a commitment to academic excellence and personal integrity, The Spence School prepares a diverse community of girls and young women for the lifelong transformation of self and the world with purpose, passion and perspective. Philosophy Offering a rigorous, liberal arts study, The Spence School develops high standards and character while creating an environment that fosters self-confidence and the joy of learning. Charging our students to meet the demands of academic excellence and responsible citizenship in a changing world, we teach that diverse points of view fuel inquiry, engagement and deeper understandings of complex truths. We believe in the strength, intellect and vitality of women.. | |||||
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