Lower School Associate Teachers (Grades K-IV)
New York, NY
Full Time
Entry Level
The Nightingale-Bamford School seeks associate teachers in the Lower School for the 2024-2025 school year. The ideal candidates are motivated life-long learners who are passionate about the education of children and eager to work and collaborate with others. They demonstrate strong interest in child development, possess excellent oral and written communication skills, and take initiative. Eager to learn and grow as educators, associate teachers will work collaboratively with the homeroom teachers to develop, execute, and teach lessons while differentiating practices to support all types of learners. Faculty at Nightingale are extended a one-year agreement; if employment is renewed, associates are able to remain in the role for a maximum of two years.
RESPONSIBILITIES:QUALIFICATIONS:
$54,600
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter and resume online at https://www.nightingale.org/careers/.
ABOUT THE NIGHTINGALE-BAMFORD SCHOOL
Founded by two bold, visionary educators in 1920, The Nightingale-Bamford School’s mission is to inspire girls to go beyond barriers. Tied to this mission is a broader vision of students who are joyful learners who have the intellectual depth and courage to be critical thinkers, compassionate citizens, and agents of their own lives. Nightingale educates girls’ minds and hearts and, in so doing, infuses their lives with meaningful relationships, teaching them to value difference as a means of growth and empowering them to question the status quo with confidence, empathy, resilience, and reason. Nightingale’s commitment to social justice and anti-racism requires that all community members engage actively and thoughtfully in work around diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of the School to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, predisposing genetic characteristics, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The School’s employment practices and decisions adhere to the principles of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. This commitment to equal opportunity applies to and is reflected in all School activities, including, but not limited to, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, staffing, training, promotions, compensation practices, employee benefits, social programs, discipline, and termination of employment. The School maintains zero tolerance for violations of this policy and expects all employees to abide by and support this policy without reservation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Classroom Support:
- Work closely with homeroom teachers to create a positive classroom environment.
- Support children's social and emotional growth through developmentally appropriate practices.
- Foster strong communication skills, creative thinking, solution-seeking, ethical decision-making, collaboration, and innovation in students.
- Work with homeroom teachers to plan, prepare, and organize materials for learning.
- Assist in all grade-level classes including special subject classes (e.g., computer science, music, SING, health).
- Assist in all aspects of student supervision, including lunch, class transitions, recess, and rooftime play periods.
- Take on the lead teaching role when needed and support small groups of students regularly.
- Maintain grade level newsletter or blog.
- Professional Development:
- Participate in an apprenticeship style work environment to develop teaching practices.
- Attend regular meetings with division leaders, Lower School teachers, and fellow associates to discuss experiences and refine teaching practices.
- Collaborate as part of a grade-level teaching team to consistently improve curriculum and instruction.
- School Engagement:
- Attend school events, such as curriculum night and admissions evenings and events, as needed.
- Chaperone grade-level field trips.
- Other Duties:
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the division head.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Minimum of two years’ experience in an elementary school associate teaching position or equivalent experience required.
$54,600
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter and resume online at https://www.nightingale.org/careers/.
ABOUT THE NIGHTINGALE-BAMFORD SCHOOL
Founded by two bold, visionary educators in 1920, The Nightingale-Bamford School’s mission is to inspire girls to go beyond barriers. Tied to this mission is a broader vision of students who are joyful learners who have the intellectual depth and courage to be critical thinkers, compassionate citizens, and agents of their own lives. Nightingale educates girls’ minds and hearts and, in so doing, infuses their lives with meaningful relationships, teaching them to value difference as a means of growth and empowering them to question the status quo with confidence, empathy, resilience, and reason. Nightingale’s commitment to social justice and anti-racism requires that all community members engage actively and thoughtfully in work around diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of the School to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, predisposing genetic characteristics, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The School’s employment practices and decisions adhere to the principles of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. This commitment to equal opportunity applies to and is reflected in all School activities, including, but not limited to, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, staffing, training, promotions, compensation practices, employee benefits, social programs, discipline, and termination of employment. The School maintains zero tolerance for violations of this policy and expects all employees to abide by and support this policy without reservation.
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