Schoolwide Assistant-EC Position Available In New York, New York

Schoolwide Assistant-EC
Administrative
New York, NY, US
9 days ago

Requisition ID:

1620

Salary Range:

$20.00 To $25.00 Hourly
Who we are?
Ethical Culture Fieldston School is a progressive PreK-12 independent school that has been serving students from throughout New York City and the surrounding suburbs since 1878. ECFS offers a rich curriculum in the arts, sciences, and humanities. A co-ed, nonsectarian school, it serves a diverse community of about 1,700 students on two campuses — one in the Riverdale section of the Bronx and the other in Manhattan. Ethical Culture School, located on the Upper West Side at 63rd Street and Central Park West, is comprised of approximately 450 students Pre-K through 5th Grade and 80 faculty members.
What is essential about working at our school?
The Ethical Culture Fieldston School has a long history of equity and inclusion deeply rooted in our mission and the educational philosophy of our founder, Felix Adler. We embrace diversity of ancestry, family, identity, culture, and beliefs and seek a student body and faculty that reflect the pluralism and socio-economic diversity of metropolitan New York. We affirm both our differences and commonalities and strive to balance individuality and community. In keeping with our progressive tradition, we are dedicated to increasing our students’ cultural literacy to help them understand multiple perspectives and see the world beyond the self. We expect members of our community to engage in open dialogue about living and learning in a diverse environment inside and outside the classroom. We see this work, with its creative tensions, as a catalyst for individual and collective growth. On a daily basis, we are committed to making this vision of a democratic, pluralistic, and progressive school a reality. Position Summary
Ethical Culture Fieldston School is looking for a Schoolwide Assistant to work at our Ethical Culture division in Manhattan. The role of the Schoolwide Assistant is to provide support and assistance with daily classroom activities (with additional hours of help in the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grades during lunch and recess). The Schoolwide Assistants help promote a well-organized and smooth-functioning classroom environment where all children can fully take advantage of the instructional program and continuously help monitor children to ensure safety at all times
The hours for the schoolwide assistant are Monday-Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm Please note that this is an onsite role and not performed remotely. Ethical Culture Fieldston School retains its right to modify job duties in accordance with changing operational needs.
The hiring rate for this position is $20.00-25.00 per hour. When determining the salary for an offer of employment, ECFS considers factors including, but not limited to: the scope and responsibilities of the position, internal peer equity, key skills required for the role, the candidate’s work experience, education and training, as well as market and organizational considerations.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Schoolwide Assistant would include:
Assisting the Head Teacher and Associate Teacher during recess. Ensuring safety on the playground, helping children use appropriate language, and assisting children during difficult social interactions;
Supervising Pre-K-5th grade during lunch and snack time, which includes, but not limited to: assisting with meal service, ensuring children have an appropriate lunch to help them sustain their day, and maintaining an orderly and clean environment;
Assisting in monitoring the Pre-K – 5th grade during Early Birds (8:00-8:30 am). Helping find appropriate non-academic activities during this time. Helping clean up after Early Birds and transition and walking children to their respective classes;
Assisting in monitoring the Pre-K – 5th grade during dismissal. Helping keep children calm and organized during this time. Walking children out of school to their respective buses and ensuring that they get safely into their seats;
Assisting the Head Teacher and Associate Teacher with supervising children in the classroom with non-academic tasks;
Assisting Head Teachers and Associate Teachers during rest time. Helping ensure a quiet and safe resting environment, finding activities for children during rest, and helping to keep the classroom quiet during this time. Setting up or assisting children to find appropriate spots to stay calm and without too many social interactions during a time allotted for winding down and personal space;
Assisting with field trips or day trips, such as neighborhood walks under the supervision of the Head Teacher and Associate Teacher; Assisting during Woodshop for the 1st grade half groups. Assisting the Head Teacher to ensure a safe and functioning classroom. Assisting Head Teacher prep for class, helping to maintain an organized classroom, and assisting with cleaning up after class;
Helping with school-wide organization of materials, bulletin boards, photocopying, and cleaning of classroom spaces and materials;
Fostering positive relationships with team members and various stakeholders;
Performing other related projects and duties as needed and assigned.
Requirements
The successful incumbent for the schoolwide position will possess:
A Bachelor’s Degree;
Previous experience working with elementary-aged students;
The ability to prioritize the needs of children and enjoy working collaboratively with teachers;
Effective oral communication and interpersonal skills;
The ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with faculty, administrators, students, parents, and the overall community; The ability to handle confidential materials with discretion while maintaining a high level of integrity;
The ability to be detail-oriented, logical, and have a methodical approach to problem solving;
Patience, flexibility, and a nurturing demeanor; The means to execute sound judgment with an ability to navigate complex situations; Ability to be comfortable with a variety of weather conditions as required for the playground supervision;
A positive attitude and the ability to listen effectively and be receptive to feedback; A willingness to learn and embrace new ideas and procedures;
Proficiency in utilizing and learning new technologies (i.e., Google Workspace tools); The ability to manage time effectively, stay organized, and prioritize required tasks; An understanding and commitment to cultural competency and how to support a diverse student population;
A commitment to progressive education as outlined on our website;
CPR / First Aid training (preferred – ECFS will provide training);
Reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance; and
The ability to cultivate a welcoming culture in which all members of our community feel valued and appreciated.
To All candidates should visit our employment page at to apply. Please send a resume and contact information for three references. EEO
ECFS is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to be a welcoming community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan New York City area, our students, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. We are committed to hiring practices that ensure all candidates are given fair consideration in alignment with our institutional mission and goals.