Wissahickon Charter School is looking for Assistant Teachers for grades K through 2 for our Fernhill and Awbury Campuses for the 2024-25 school year. The Assistant Teacher position includes classroom and recess duties. Serving as an Assistant Teacher is an excellent opportunity to improve the academic and social-emotional outcomes of children from across the city of Philadelphia.
Key Responsibilities
Classroom responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Assisting the lead teacher during lesson(s)
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Leading students in small breakout groups guided by the teacher's direction
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Instructing students one-on-one when necessary
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Communicating daily with the lead teacher
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Supporting classroom management and student discipline follow-up
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Holding students accountable to individual classroom rules and Wissahickon Charter School (WCS) rules
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Completing administrative duties for the classroom as necessary (data entry, homework review, filing, making copies)
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Supporting students using the "Talk it Out" method for resolving conflicts
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Understanding and applying Responsive Classroom (RC) techniques when interacting with students and colleagues
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Noticing and conveying uncharacteristic student behavior to teachers, counselors or other administration to ensure students' well being
Recess Duties include but are not limited to:
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Ensuring the welfare and safety of the students at all times
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Engaging students on various levels from group activities and sports to conversations
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Supporting students on a one-on-one basis if necessary
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Being mindful of other community members sharing outdoor space with our students and ensuring our students' safety
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Encouraging environmental exploration if possible
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Interacting with students in a friendly but professional manner
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Holding students accountable to all WCS rules
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Enforcing disciplinary action with consistency when infractions occur
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Supporting students using the "Talk it Out" method and understanding and applying Responsive Classroom (RC) techniques when interacting with students
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Noticing and conveying uncharacteristic student behavior to teachers, counselors or other administration to ensure students' well being
General Expectations include but are not limited to:
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Being on time and present in your role each day
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Conducting yourself in a professional manner at all times
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Understanding what constitutes appropriate interactions with students and other staff members
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Ensuring adult conversations are held in spaces provided for adults
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Wearing business casual clothing with the understanding that ATs will go outdoors each day in all seasons
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Limiting cell phone and other electronic use to break times or when emergencies arise; always away from students when possible
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Contacting your supervisor and lead teacher when you are unable to come to work via phone and/or email
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree preferred. Degree in education a plus.
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Experience working with students, in an urban setting preferred
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Passion for education
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Reflective and open to learning
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Appreciation of the unique strengths and challenges of students' in grades K-2
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Ability to work with a variety of colleagues who have diverse teaching and organizational styles
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Commitment to learning about and consistently implementing Responsive Classroom practices
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All required FBI & PA clearances
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A commitment to honest and open dialogue about race, equity and bias in our school systems and relationships
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Interest in the mission of Wissahickon Charter School, and a belief that all children can learn
Hours and Compensation:
This is a salaried, 10-month position that runs daily from 8 am to 4 pm when school is in session. The salary is $31,000 and includes fully employer-paid medical, dental and vision benefits for the employee and any spouse or dependents.
How to Apply
To be considered, visit our website at http://wissahickoncharter.org/join-our-team and click on the Apply Now button.
Wissahickon Charter School is committed to hiring a diverse staff and encourages those from traditionally under-represented backgrounds to apply. Wissahickon Charter School does not discriminate in hiring or employment, or in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, or other programs.