Upper School Floating Associate Teacher - STEM

The Quad Preparatory School
New York, NY
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

The Quad Preparatory School is looking for a floating associate teacher (STEM) for our Upper School (grades 6-12) campus. The floating associate will fill in for head teachers and psychosocial teachers when needed to provide instruction and social-emotional support to students. Our classrooms typically consist of ten or fewer students.

What You Will Do

Take on the responsibilities of a head teacher or psychosocial teacher, following lesson plans and the directions of other classroom teachers. Develop and be ready to implement 'emergency' lesson plans in the event a teacher's absence is unexpected and plans are not readily available.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We are seeking a candidate with a love for working with children, a strong background and interest in science, technology, and/or mathematics, and the ability to work with students with special needs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in education (any subject area), special education, a related field, or a STEM-related field.
  • Experience teaching children in grades 6-12.
  • Ability to connect with elementary school-aged children.
  • Effective oral and written communication.
  • A solid understanding of elementary-aged children's academic, social, and emotional development.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Maintaining confidentiality and privacy.
  • Ethical conduct.
  • Time management and the ability to multitask.
  • Teamwork and collaboration.
  • Patience and flexibility.

Benefits

  • Health: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Student Loan repayment
  • Retirement Plan contribution
  • Group Life Plan
  • Disability Insurance
  • Generous Parental Leave
  • Full tuition waiver for the Certificate Program in Meeting the Needs of Twice-Exceptional Students
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Ongoing staff wellness groups
  • Social events
  • Voluntary groups, including Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging; Staff Ambassador Program; and Peer Mentorship Program
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