Posted: Apr 9, 2024

Early Childhood Associate Teacher

Woodland Presbyterian School - Memphis, TN
Full-time
Application Deadline: N/A
Education
Job title: Early Childhood Associate Teacher 
Age Level: Two to five
Department: Early Childhood
Location: Early Childhood classrooms
Immediate supervisor: Head of Early Childhood
Job Summary: Specialized instruction of preschoolers 
Start Date: July 30, 2024

 

Early Childhood Associate Teacher’s Primary Purpose: To design, model, and create learning experiences for Early Childhood students that allow each student the opportunity to reach their God-given potential in a way that supports the mission and values of the school. 

Duties & Responsibilities: 
  • Specialization and passion for teaching Early Childhood students 
  • Working closely with a lead classroom teacher 
  • Implementation of Woodland’s Educational Philosophy 
  • Staying current with teaching strategies, techniques, and educational technology 
  • Consistent and clear parent and student communication 
  • Working collaboratively with administrators and colleagues 
  • Planning and directing grade-level plays and/or performances 
  • Planning and attendance of field trips 
  • Participation in school committees 
  • Attendance and participation in divisional meetings 
  • Student arrival and/or dismissal duties 
  • Adherence to Faculty Guidelines 
  • Participating in professional development 
  • Supervision of students 
  • Ability to work well with others in a collaborative independent school environment 
  • Support the school’s Statement of Faith 
Experience & Physical Requirements: 
  • Teaching experience (minimum of three years) 
  • Bachelor’s Degree Required, Master’s degree preferred in related field 
  • Valid teacher licensure preferred but not required
  • Proficient in advanced technology skills 
  • Ability to regularly sit, turn, bend, reach, walk, talk, hear, and visually identify visitors 
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds

Interested and qualified candidates should complete the online application and email a cover letter, resume, and personal statement of educational philosophy (PDF version) to [email protected] or mail to:

Woodland Presbyterian School
Attn: Employment
5217 Park Avenue
Memphis, TN 38119

Woodland believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.