Infant/Toddler Afternoon Assistant Teacher at St. Paul's Pre and Lower School

The St. Paul’s Schools is pleased to announce an opening for a full-time Infant/Toddler Afternoon Assistant Teacher in our infant/toddler program at St. Paul’s Pre and Lower School for the 2024-2025 school year.

School Overview

The St. Paul’s Schools is a family of independent schools located in Brooklandville, Maryland. With more than 1,400 students from ages 6 months to grade 12, St. Paul’s Pre and Lower School (coed), St. Paul’s School for Girls, and St. Paul’s School for Boys share a 120-acre campus, an Episcopal affiliation, and a focus on developing confident, well balanced students who will use their education and ethics to improve the world. In July 2018, the schools unified under the umbrella of The St. Paul's Schools, with a single board of trustees and one president, but each school retains its individual traditions and its gender-specific programs. A coordinated structure allows The St. Paul’s Schools to preserve the small-school feel within each school while sharing resources and certain programs to maximize opportunities for students. With St. Paul’s unique model, boys and girls are taught together and separately at just the right times in their development.

St. Paul's Pre and Lower School is a coeducational, independent day school serving children from 6 weeks through grade four in two buildings on our Brooklandville campus. As part of The St. Paul's Schools, St. Paul's Pre and Lower School is where our youngest learners begin their academic journey. At St. Paul's, we know that from a young age, by nature, children arrive curious and motivated. Our expert faculty nurture that curiosity through an abundance of enriching, hands-on learning experiences. We believe it is never too early for girls and boys to start adventuring every day.

Position Description

Under the guidance of the Executive Director, the primary responsibility of this position is to support the Lead Teacher or Assistant teacher in our preschool implementing developmentally appropriate activities, play time supervision and assisting during lunch, naptime and snack with our infants ranging from six weeks to 18 months old. This person is a senior staff member and has their 90 hour certificate. This position will be expected to work 11:30am – 5:30/6:00pm, Monday through Friday. Year round employment is preferred.

Job Responsibilities

The Afternoon Assistant Teacher’s responsibilities include but are not limited to, the following:

• Model discipline techniques, communication skills and daily interactions with children after the teachers who are following policies set by the Executive Director (Conscious Discipline)

• Support in planning and implementing activities and participating in parent conferences

In addition to the above, you can expect to be supportive of the following, depending on the time of day that you are here:

• Serving and cleaning up lunch and snack

• Preparing for and cleaning up after art and other special projects

• Keeping all supplies replenished - cups, plates, paper, glue, etc. and being sure all equipment is in good repair (no missing or broken pieces, etc.)

• Assisting with nap time for infant/toddler students including monitoring rest by rubbing backs and helping children relax

• Being sure room is cleaned and picked up before leaving at the end of the day (all centers checked, tables cleaned, chairs stacked etc.)

• Disinfecting tables, chairs, sinks etc. when necessary

• Assisting in keeping children happy and safe indoors and out

• Being attentive to parents' needs and directing them to proper sources for problem-solving

• Assisting in room decorations and displaying art work

• Keeping a regular check on children for signs of illness

• Greeting the parents and building rapport, communicating with them daily about their child’s day

• Maintaining strict levels of confidentiality at all times

• Attending all required staff events

• Helping to collect documentation for Portfolios and Tadpoles

• Establishing a professional, respectful and friendly rapport with students, co-workers and staff

• Willingly perform any other program related tasks the lead teacher, Executive Director, or Assistant Director determines necessary

• Assisting the Executive Director and Assistant Director in remaining compliant with licensing regulations and fulfilling accreditation requirements

• Completing a minimum of 12 hours or more of continued training per year to maintain licensing requirements along with CPR/First Aid training and other required trainings.

• Reporting activities to the Assistant Director/Head Teacher, including conflicts, incidents, questions, or concerns with students or staff

• Assisting with planning special events for children and parents

All staff is expected to have a positive attitude, good communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to be resourceful and respectful. Staff must be capable of dealing with multiple tasks while maintaining composure and be able to work independently and without constant supervision. We value hands on and outdoor activities and staying up to date on the latest information in child development and early childhood education.

The St. Paul’s Schools are committed to creating a supportive learning environment where all individuals are valued for their unique contributions and are able to achieve their highest potential. We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive environment is the best learning environment for our students and prepares them to live, work, and thrive in an increasingly global and multicultural community. We reject all prejudice, particularly those based on race, national and ethnic origin, religion, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and physical characteristics.

Full-time employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits program which includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, vision, disability and 403(b). Other supplemental benefits include free lunch, fitness center and tuition remission. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Interested candidates can send their cover letter, resume and list of references to Shannon Duckett, Executive Director of Human Resources, at sduckett@stpaulsmd.org. The St. Paul’s Schools is an equal opportunity employer.