Classroom Teacher SY26-27

Position Overview:

LaAmistad seeks teachers and individuals passionate about K-5 education to serve and support our afterschool programming as a classroom teacher. This team member will support students and the Site Director by delivering math and
reading instruction and assisting with daily program operations. This is an ideal role for a candidate with strong instructional knowledge, organizational skills, and a love of children and teaching.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Afterschool Site Director to:
• Deliver academic support focused on reading and math tailored to students’ individual needs.
• Set up and maintain afterschool program activities, ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment.
• Administer reading and math assessments accurately and efficiently to monitor student progress.
• Analyze assessment data and prepare clear reports to guide instructional decisions and communicate outcomes.
• Provide grade-level appropriate resources and activities to support targeted learning goals.
• Assist and coordinate with volunteers to maximize program effectiveness and student engagement.
• Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with students, parents, volunteers, and staff.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, scheduling, and record-keeping.
• Communicate effectively with the afterschool team, students, families, and school staff, to support student success.
• Analyze student data to enhance learning outcomes and guide instructions.
• Assist in preparing, teaching, and evaluating assigned instructional content.
• Guide staff and volunteers
  to recognize and address diverse learner needs.
• Use best practices in math, reading, and writing instruction.
• Support implementation of balanced literacy strategies and assessments.
• Provide constructive feedback to staff and volunteers on student needs.
• Model and lead classroom management (student behavior & engagement).
• Support the Site Director with on-site programming needs.
• Prepare supplemental materials to help students practice skills.
• Ensure student engagement with learning and volunteers.
• Model instructional resources for staff and volunteers.
• Ensure academic resources are appropriate for student needs. 
• Collaborate with Site Director and Parent Liaison on planning.
• Attend mandatory professional development (quarterly) and team meetings (monthly).
• Fill in as Site Director as needed.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (preferably in Education or a related field)
• Minimum 1-3 years of formal or informal teaching experience with children grades K-5.
• Strong knowledge of math and reading strategies.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Comfortable managing and working in a room with a large group of elementary students.
• Ability to administer and interpret academic assessments.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite (including Chromebooks).

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Possess or qualify for a Georgia Teaching License.
• Experience working with English Language Learners (ELLs).
• Experience working with volunteers.
• Experience working with diverse populations and multicultural settings.
• Experience coaching others in instructional strategies (math and reading).
• Candidates over age 25 who are willing to drive a small bus/van to transport up to 14 students to afterschool, in addition to filling this role, will receive an additional $2/hour above their determined pay rate. 

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, walk, and carry/lift items up to 30 lbs.
• Navigate campuses quickly, including climbing stairs and pushing rolling carts.
• Adequate hearing and vision to fulfill job responsibilities.

Additional Information:

• Sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This is a temporary, part-time, in-person role that involves direct student and volunteer engagement.
• If candidates are willing to drive the bus for us in addition to filling a site role, we would be willing to add another $2/hour their determined pay rate. 

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