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LESLEY ELLIS SCHOOL

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Assistant Director of Afterschool/In-House Substitute Teacher

9:30am – 5:30pm

Start date: August 23, 2024 

Independent school (Preschool  – Grade 8) seeks candidates to work closely with the Auxiliary Programs Director to ensure the smooth planning, coordination, and implementation of the afterschool and vacation programs, as well as provide teaching coverage during the school day when a teacher is absent. 

Respecting and embracing differences has been at the core of a Lesley Ellis education since the school’s early days. Our anti-bias curriculum is rooted in a developmental model of learning that engages children’s innate desire to observe, question, consider, and eventually think deeply about complex interpersonal and societal issues. In 2005, we received the Leading Edge Award for Equity and Justice from the National Association of Independent Schools, and we continue to learn and work against systems of injustice, including racism, by practicing behavior that demonstrates appreciation for multiple perspectives and engaging in conversations and actions that confront bias at all developmental levels.

Afterschool responsibilities include:

• Assist the Auxiliary Programs Director with planning, coordinating and implementing programming for the school year.
• Aid in hiring, training, and supporting program staff.
• Provide assistance in classrooms as needed, including facilitating activities, managing student behavior, and supporting instructional staff.
• Help maintain accurate records of daily attendance, staffing schedules, and logistical arrangement to ensure efficient program operations.
• Communicate with parents, as needed.
• Assist with the organization and execution of special events, field trips, and other program-related activities.
• Collaborate with the Auxiliary Programs Director and other team members to address any issues or concerns that may arise during program implementation.
• Provide support and supervision during vacation days, ensuring the continuity of program services and activities.
• Demonstrate respect for diversity among faculty and student body. Promote an atmosphere which values diversity.
• Engage in professional development, collegial conversations, and collaborative curriculum building, to support an inclusive, anti-racist and anti-bias school environment.

Substitute Teaching responsibilities include:

• Provide substitute teaching coverage when a classroom teacher or a specialist teacher is absent;
• Maintain the daily schedule and carry out the lesson plans in assigned classroom;
• Provide coverage for any duties (recess, lunch, etc.) of the absent teacher;
• Communicate, as needed, with the absent teacher prior to the start of the day;
• Communicate with the absent teacher upon teacher’s return;
• Other duties as assigned when no teacher is absent.

Qualifications

• B.A. in education
• Experience with elementary and/or middle school students
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Commitment to actively work toward an inclusive, antiracist and anti-bias school environment.

Competitive salary and benefits

Interested candidates may apply to:

Emily Roos, Auxiliary Programs Director at  jobs@lesleyellis.org

Lesley Ellis School is an equal opportunity employer

For additional information about our school please visit our website at www.lesleyellis.org