Preschool Assistant Teacher
St. Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School (SSAES) is seeking a full time preschool assistant teacher who is bilingual (Western Armenian/English) and preferably certified as “Teacher” or “Lead Teacher” by the Department of Early Education and Care.
SSAES is a child-centered American-Armenian Institution committed to academic excellence. The school is Licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) and accredited by the Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE).
The candidate’s role is to assist the classroom teacher to carry on her day-to-day duties in:
- Maintaining a clean, safe and healthy classroom environment
- Supporting the social and emotional development of the children
- Advancing the motor and intellectual competencies of the students
- Ensuring a well-run, purposeful program responsive to the children’s needs
- Providing an integrated curriculum that meets the needs of individual children
The candidate should:
- Be proficient in the use of written and spoken language (English and Armenian)
- Be responsible in job duties such as taking care of the children’s needs, preparing equipment and materials in advance
- Work with other staff members to form a positive supportive team atmosphere
- Demonstrate enthusiasm and a positive attitude toward teaching as a profession
- Help when a substitute teacher is needed
- Attend all staff meetings, parent meetings, and other mandatory or scheduled trainings
- Participate and fulfill the required professional development activities
- Obtain or is willing to obtain First Aid and CPR Certification
- Relate to families in a positive and respectful manner
- Demonstrate competency in classroom and student behavior management skills
- Help the classroom teacher in preparing for and attend established traditional school sponsored activities (e.g., Open House/Curriculum Night, Christmas Concert, and Graduation Ceremony).
Benefits
- Competitive salary Coverage for Health and Dental Insurance
- 403(B) plan with match
Please send resume, cover letter and three letters of recommendation to careers@ssaes.org.
K-5 Teacher
St. Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School is seeking an experienced and certified elementary teacher (K-5). The St. Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School located in Watertown, Mass, is a child-centered American-Armenian Institution committed to academic excellence. The school is accredited by the Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE).
Your responsibilities include but not limited to:
- overseeing and implementing Reading, Language Arts, Math Science and Social Studies curriculum and instruction according to the Massachusetts Curriculum Standards.
- building strong relationships with students in order to motivate them to be their best selves both academically and personally.
- being open and prepared to think deeply about instructional strategies and collaborate with colleagues in order to meet the needs of every student.
- developing lesson plans and instructional materials and providing individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
- providing accommodations and support for students with special needs.
- establishing and communicating clear objectives to the students for all lessons, units and projects. upholding a code of conduct for the classroom which is consistent with established school policies and develops rules of classroom behavior which are enforced in a fair and just manner. attending established traditional school sponsored activities (e.g., Open House, Christmas Concert, and Graduation Ceremony).
- participating in professional development and mentorship opportunities with specialists and colleagues.
- ensuring the safety and well-being of students.
- establishing an effective learning environment and promoting a positive school culture.
- developing strong relationships and communicates with parents with regularly (ie. weekly electronic newsletters).
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution;
- Hold a valid Massachusetts Teaching License;
- Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and highly qualified.
- Knowledge of Armenian is not a requirement.
Benefits
- Competitive salary Coverage for Health and Dental Insurance
- 403(B) plan with match
Please send resume, cover letter and three letters of recommendation to careers@ssaes.org.