Lower School Resource & Extended Day Teacher

ESSENTIAL TASKS

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students.
• Build strong relationships with students, helping them to feel safe, known and cared for.
• Follow all policies and procedures outlined in the Sabot employee and parent handbooks.
• Demonstrate professionalism, kindness, and respect for all members of the Sabot community, regardless of race, religion, nationality, abilities, family structure, gender identity, or gender expression.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director and Director of Enrichment.

During lunch/recess supervision:

• Supervise groups of children during their indoor lunch time, and then during their recess time while they are playing outside.

While supporting classroom teachers:

• Collaborate with assigned faculty members to facilitate the daily academic program.
• Assist with classroom management, provide one-on-one student support, and help implement activities and lessons, both indoors and outdoors.
• Support students' social and emotional growth with  developmentally appropriate strategies and language that maintains respect and kindness for every child

During Extended Day:

• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging after-school experience in alignment with Sabot School’s values.
• Supervise and take responsibility for a group of approximately 20 children alongside co-teachers.
• Actively participate in activities with students, including leading or assisting with games and creative projects.
• Cultivate relationships with parents, making an effort to share helpful details about the student experience and facilitating smooth transitions during pickup.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment.

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Education or a related field preferred.
• Experience: Prior experience working with elementary-age children, ideally within a classroom or school-based setting—and preferably in a progressive or Reggio Emilia-inspired environment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to complete a background check.

SPECIFIC TO THIS POSITION

Specific To This Position

• Reliable and dependable, with a strong commitment to being present and punctual every day.
• Caring, compassionate, and enthusiastic about working with children.
• Ability to engage and manage groups of children in a variety of settings.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and nonverbal, serving as a role model for students.
• Professional demeanor, with the ability to follow through on commitments and responsibilities.

General Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

• Willingness to participate fully in a dynamic day school environment in Richmond, Virginia.
• Demonstrates professionalism and serves as a role model by modeling honesty, accountability, understanding, tolerance, respect, love, and kindness for students.
• Develops and maintains professional, collaborative, and collegial relationships with faculty, staff, and community partners for the benefit of students and classes.
• Demonstrates professionalism, engagement, and kindness toward all children and families, regardless of race, religion, nationality, abilities, familial status, gender identity, or gender expression.
• Exhibits excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Establishes effective communication and relationships with students and parents.
• Displays curiosity, a positive attitude, flexibility, and a good sense of humor.
• Demonstrates creativity and flexibility in teaching practices, with a growth mindset toward professional goals and development.
• Guides students in discovery and understanding, fostering the development of reflective thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Exhibits excellent time management skills, completing reports and tasks in a timely and professional manner.
• Multi-tasks effectively, remains calm under pressure, and treats everyone with respect.
• Remains responsible for the supervision of students during classes and at all times while on or off campus.
• Learns new technology and systems as required by the program level.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook and Community Guide.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand, walk, and move around for extended periods of time during supervision and activities both indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs (e.g., lifting children, materials, or equipment).
• Ability to kneel, crouch, and bend down to the child's level for supervision, assistance, and engagement in activities.
• Ability to assist children with physical needs, such as helping with mobility, eating, or restroom routines.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies, which may include running, lifting, or assisting children to safety.
• Ability to supervise children during physical activities, such outdoor play, while remaining alert to potential safety hazards.