Position Description:

The Early Years (called “EY” at GTAIS) teacher will be responsible for a class of approximately 16 children between 3- to 5-years-old.  The teacher will plan and work together with one to two teaching assistants. The Early Years teacher will support students emotionally, socially, and physically.

Responsibilities:

·         Assume primary responsibility for teaching the (Early Years) classroom

·         Communicate daily with the teaching assistant to plan and discuss student needs

·         Facilitate classroom activities such as small group instruction, station work, and cooperative learning experiences

·         Follow a play-based approach, giving students opportunities to work inside and outside, and in all areas (social-emotional, physical, creative, arts, dramatic play, beginning literacy, beginning math, science) following the Nel Framework out of Singapore (available online)

·         Maintain routines and use positive and collaborative approaches to student behavior management, effectively approaching student misbehaviors as learning opportunities

·         Ensure approach with students reflects and supports multiple forms of diversity and is responsive to a diverse learning community

·         Attend assigned meetings and professional development sessions

·         Maintain open and proactive communication with other school staff and students’ families

·         Perform other duties as required by the Director

 Preferred Qualifications:

1.    Bachelor’s degree in Education

2.    Experience leading young children

3.    Excellent communication skills, including adequate English skills

Application Information

Please send your cover letter and CV to bashton@gtais.org in the format of name + position. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.