Middle School Language Support Teacher (5th to 8th grade)

Job Summary:
Assists the Language Arts Teachers shadowing students who need additional language support to prepare them for High School.


Primary Responsibilities:

- This teacher may collaborate with homeroom teachers and other staff members who work with this age range. Working as a team permits greater one-on-one teaching, and small group work.

- We only have one group per grade. Class sizes vary but the majority are between 26-30 students.

- In his or her role as a teacher the person acts as a mentor for his/her groups. The teacher should show concern for students’ academic and personal needs, coordinating meetings with other members of staff, the coordinators and parents when necessary.

- This position includes responsibilities in the After-school program; where academic help reinforces individual success.

- Teachers may opt to work in other after-school activities (team sports, music & theater groups, ecology group etc.) if so desired.


Academic Requirement:
• Bachelors in education or related field.

Experience:
Minimum 2 years giving classes or jobs related to the education area.