Job Description

Atlanta Speech School

Assistant Teacher/After-School Program

Start Date: Immediate availability

The Atlanta Speech School provides an unmatched opportunity to learn from both peers and experts in the field, and to contribute to the School's growing body of knowledge. Beyond seeking proficiency, we work to construct a Deep Reading Brain for each child at the School and, through our Rollins Center for Language & Literacy, every child beyond the school. Deep reading requires learning to make connections between what we read to what we think, feel, and do. Through deep reading, children develop empathy, hone critical thinking, and go on to make the greatest possible difference in the lives of others.

We believe in connection over compliance. Rather than silencing children, we teach them to listen - and to think, to question, and to solve. Our staff works together to know and serve each child from within an intentional learning ecosystem that is as joyful as it is rigorous. Our practices are grounded in structured literacy and built on the sciences of healthy brain development, language acquisition, and the construction of the Deep Reading Brain.? This work is intentionally centered around critical thinking, empathy, problem solving and the development of executive functions.

We are committed to providing a community through which all our students, families, and staff show up safely as themselves and for each other. As stewards of this environment, it is our responsibility to ensure safety extends to every person, inclusive of all races /ethnicities, religions, genders, family structures, sexual orientations, and any other aspect of their identity.

The School has never turned away a child in need of services based on their family's financial circumstances.

PROGRAM SUMMARY:

The After-School Program is seeking a part-time assistant teacher who will assist in advancing the mission of the School by their work. The hours are Monday - Thursday 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. and Friday 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The person selected for this position will be responsible for assisting in conducting and supervising social/recreational/educational programs and assisting with preparation of classes for children enrolled in the after-school program. The assistant teacher works collaboratively with teaching team members, specialists and administration serving children who are school age. Assistant teachers are expected to consistently perform high quality work and adapt creatively to varying situations. Knowledge and understanding of research-based practices for language and literacy instruction is preferred. Additional professional learning opportunities will be provided. A growth mindset is critical.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

A college degree in Early Childhood Education or Special Education or a related field is preferred. Must have the ability and willingness to engage with school age children and fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the after-school program policies. Previous teaching experience with school age children is required.

Among the many programs at the Atlanta Speech School, children and adults with hearing loss and language processing difficulties are served. Therefore, the clarity of an applicant's speech and language may be part of the hiring decision as they relate to performing the essential functions of the position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Collaborate with After-School Coordinator to implement the daily program Plan and prepare materials for classes Organize materials at the end of the day Participate in after-school classes Assist in outdoor playground supervision Assist in organizing and maintaining a safe and class-ready environment Supervise all activities to ensure safety at all times Demonstrate active engagement with children during all activities Maintain a professional attitude at all times. Engage students in language throughout their time in the program Engage parents of students as students enter and leave the after-school program Maintain certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR Complete in-service training and professional development programs as specified by Bright from the Start, Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning Demonstrate proficiency in the use of spreadsheets, email, social media, word processing, and presentation computer programs

SALARY:

Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience.

BENEFITS

: This school position offers accrued sick and personal time; a generous holiday schedule; and cost reduction of some Speech School services.

TO APPLY:

Please submit all of the following documents to ensure that your information is considered: , , and : Please describe how your particular skills, talents, and/or expertise could be beneficial to the After-School Program. (Please limit response to 500 words).

Email

: hr@atlantaspeechschool.org

Subject line

: Assistant Teacher - After-School Program

Atlanta Speech School

Founded over 86 years ago, the Atlanta Speech School has evolved into four school divisions, four clinical programs, Rollins Center for Language & Literacy professional development program and Rollins' free online Cox Campus. Across all our programs we are driven to ensure that each child can find their voice. The School has never turned away a child in need of our specialized services based on their family's financial circumstances.

We are the educational equivalent of a teaching hospital. With our vision of literacy and justice for all, we lead equity-based change by extending our work beyond our campus. What occurs in the classroom for each child at the Atlanta Speech School is made available to every teacher by way of our free online professional learning platform,

Cox Campus

. Cox Campus' membership is composed of more than 270,000 educators, leaders, healthcare professionals and parents representing all fifty states and 100 countries.?

The School, across all its programs, including the After-School Program, attracts a staff of the most gifted and committed teaching professionals who apply the research of the nation's leading experts on early healthy brain development, language acquisition and Deep Reading Brain.

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 23 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off
Work Location: In person