Early Childhood After School Teacher

Summary

Turning Point School seeks an After School Teacher to work in the Early Childhood Division in a supporting capacity to the Teaching Assistant and Head Teacher in the classroom and then lead students during After School. A full-time member of the Early Childhood Team, this teacher will work alongside a faculty committed to innovating their teaching practices, with the guidance and support of the Early Childhood Division Head.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Classroom & Instructional Practice

• Support students in the classroom during the day from 9:30am – 3:00pm under the direction of the Head Teacher and Teaching Assistant
• Lead Early Childhood students during After Care from 3:00 – 6:00pm
• Assist in the teaching of developmentally appropriate classes in a safe and nurturing environment
• Supervise, teach, and support students in Early Childhood
• Coordinate with Head Teachers regarding individual students
• Work with the instructional team to set behavioral expectations and help students stay accountable

Learning Environment & Student Support

• Prepare for and clean up after class activities and in shared learning spaces
• Support the preparation of indoor and outdoor learning environments in line with our whole child instructional philosophy

Professional & Community Responsibilities

• Actively participate in faculty culture committed to being at the leading edge of Early Childhood -Grade 8 education
• Engage in ongoing learning related to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and antiracism
• Contribute positively to a faculty culture committed to collaboration, reflective practice, and innovation
• Perform other related duties as assigned

The essential duties and responsibilities indicate the general nature and level of work expected. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities.  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Is comfortable and truly enjoys interacting with many different children and adults in a diverse and dynamic community
• Knowledge of student-centered, collaborative, and inquiry-based teaching methodologies
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic teaching team
• A strong comfort level with organizational, time management, and follow-through skills
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all constituents in an evolving diverse, inclusive community
• Commitment to developing cultural competencies around diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and antiracism
• Desire for ongoing professional development, particularly as related to academic and cultural competencies
• Dedicated to approaching their work and interaction with others with professionalism, respect, discretion, judgment, and integrity
• A true desire to teach and to learn from young people
• Willingness to take calculated risks and invite leadership opportunities as they arise
• Commitment to life-long learning and staying current with research on best practices
• An inclination towards curiosity, innovation, kindness, agility, integrity, compassion, and purpose are also highly valued

Education and Experience

• Candidates must have one of the following:
• Twelve postsecondary semester units in early childhood education from an accredited college and six months of work experience in a licensed Child Care Center or similar program. The units specified shall include courses covering child growth and development; child, family and community; and program/curriculum
• A current and valid Child Development Associate Teacher, Teacher, or Master Teacher Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
• Some experience working in a Pre-K/TK/DK or early childhood setting is preferred
• Fifteen hours of health and safety training, if necessary, pursuant to Health and Safety code, Section 1596.866
• Experience in or familiarity with student instruction is preferred

Work Schedule and Environment

This is a full-time, 11-month position with variable summer hours . Regular school year hours are 9:30am - 6:00pm, with occasional evening or weekend responsibilities required. Summer hours are typically from 8:00am - 4:30pm.

The physical demands of this position include standing, walking, bending, and sitting for extended periods; using hands and arms for instructional activities; supervising students indoors and outdoors; and occasionally lifting classroom materials up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made as required by law.

About Turning Point School

Turning Point School, located in Culver City, California, is an independent, coeducational day school enrolling approximately 300 students in preschool through 8th grade from the greater Los Angeles area. Our mission statement is: We open our doors every day to create a dynamic learning community in which each child grows into their best self.

Compensation & Benefits 

• Base Salary: $20.00-$24.00/hour (based on experience, 11-month, non-exempt)
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, FSA, and retirement plan
• Turning Point School is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

Equity and Belonging

Turning Point seeks candidates who will contribute to and are committed to diversity and inclusive practices, demonstrate skills that represent multiple perspectives, and enjoy communicating and collaborating effectively with a diverse and broad spectrum of individuals. 

Turning Point School is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to promoting equity and inclusion in the workplace and seeking a diverse and broad spectrum of qualified candidates. Turning Point School does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, gender or gender identity, age, or sexual orientation.