Associate Transitional Kindergarten and Extended Day Teacher

Nashoba Brooks Employee Nashoba Brooks employees all share a passion for guiding young people as they grow. We know that in order for our students to become kind, confident, and academically successful, we must recognize, adapt to, and celebrate each individual's unique character and learning style. In hiring, we seek innovative and spirited candidates who can join our work in supporting our School's mission. We are a mission-driven and student-centered team, a learning community inside the classroom and out. We gladly immerse ourselves in as many facets of school life as we can—from coaching athletics to touring prospective families to helping cultivate our garden. We work best collaboratively and are eager to consult our peers in order to spark our own imaginations. Modeling our mission, we are driven by continuous learning through regular professional development opportunities, including on-campus seminars, national conferences, and research-focused mini-sabbaticals. If you are interested in joining our team, we look forward to hearing from you! Professional Development As a learning community, we are enthusiastic about faculty professional development. We believe that a school where adults are encouraged to grow professionally and pursue their interests will be a place where students also grow and learn with enthusiasm. Similarly, a school where adults work together and learn from one another also becomes a more collaborative and exciting place for students. To support professional growth, Nashoba Brooks School offers employees a wide range of professional development opportunities, both in-house and outside of school. In-house professional work takes many forms, but is focused primarily on bringing teachers together to consider issues of pedagogy and/or curriculum. Outside professional development opportunities include participation in local, regional, and national conferences, as well as visits to nearby schools and mini-sabbaticals to pursue a particular passion over the summer. Associate Transitional Kindergarten and Extended Day Teacher Position Description Nashoba Brooks School is an independent school for all genders, age 3-Grade 3; girls, Grades 4-8. The School is committed to personal excellence in academics, athletics and the arts within its mission of preparing students for "...a life of continuous learning, accomplishment, and leadership in a diverse and changing world." We believe that diversity enriches and strengthens community and challenges individuals to become agents of change in creating a more fair and equitable world. Mission Nashoba Brooks School educates children for a life of continuous learning, accomplishment, and leadership in a diverse and changing world. The School nurtures students' growth and character, while fostering the development of each child's personal excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts. Summary Nashoba Brooks School seeks an Associate Transitional Kindergarten and Extended Day Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The associate transitional kindergarten and extended day teacher is a full-time position in our transitional kindergarten and extended day programs. The associate transitional kindergarten and extended day teacher works Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The associate transitional kindergarten and extended day teacher supports the transitional kindergarten program by partnering with a lead teacher in a classroom in the mornings and extended day in the afternoons. The successful candidate will possess the desire to work in a dynamic, student-centered school committed to continuous learning and excellence in 21st century education. A teacher at Nashoba Brooks models the mission of the School and creates student-centered, mission-driven learning environments for students. Responsibilities The associate transitional kindergarten and extended day teacher is responsible for: Working closely with teaching and administrative employees to support the educational, social and emotional development of students. Collaborating with teaching team members and the student support team to identify and support student learning needs. Modeling excellent problem-solving and project management skills with a commitment to viewing challenges as problems that can be solved rather than obstacles that cannot be overcome. Supporting effective communication and collaboration within the Lower School team. Supporting student safety through a demonstrated commitment to emergency response training. Implementing lesson plans and assisting in developing curricular activities that promote collaborative and integrated learning. Collaborative planning for and facilitation of Extended Day (Preschool - Grade 3) Creating and supporting routines that recognize the importance of active engagement that is developmentally appropriate and intellectually stimulating. Assisting in maintaining observational records for each child. Communicating effectively with parents through informal daily interactions, email, telephone and periodic written reports. Actively pursuing and integrating relevant professional development opportunities. Supporting the School community and culture through additional duties such as student supervision, attending community events, etc. Engaging effectively in a dynamic learning environment by demonstrating flexibility and the willingness to contribute to the broader community.

Skills Strong candidates will demonstrate:

Strong knowledge of teaching early childhood education. Excellence in integrated curriculum development, lesson planning, technology integration, and use of formative assessments for preschool students. Commitment to inspiring curiosity and creativity through play and place-based education, utilizing our 30-acre campus. Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to write detailed comments on students' progress reports, and the ability to communicate directly, effectively, respectfully and constructively with people of diverse backgrounds and experiences. An understanding of a co-teaching model and commitment to open and effective communication. Effective differentiation of curriculum and instruction to teach students with diverse learning profiles. A passion for teaching young children, as well as an understanding of the social, emotional, intellectual and physical development of three to nine year-olds. Proactive teacher-parent interaction and communication. A proven track record of efficient project management and problem-solving skills with the ability to initiate and complete multiple tasks, independently or collaboratively, as required. Proficiency with technology and technology integration to support learning. Qualifications Bachelor's degree with significant coursework in early childhood education required. Three to five years of experience in early childhood teaching. Commitment to ongoing professional development. The successful candidate will model integrity, professionalism, curiosity, responsibility, creativity and respect for all persons, as well as a demonstrated commitment to advancing the School's core values of integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, empathy, and resilience. Application Applicants should submit information here for consideration. Non-Discrimination Policy The School believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, application for military service, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, disability, participation in the School's group insurance plans, receipt of medical care, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. The School's equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, training, discipline, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. All employees are responsible for complying with the School's equal employment opportunity policy. The Transparency in Coverage Final Rules require us to disclose information pertaining to our health plan in machine-readable files (MRFs).

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Machine Readable Files & Cost Transparency About Nashoba Brooks Nashoba Brooks School is an independent private school for all genders age 3-Grade 3, and girls in Grades 4-8. The School is committed to personal excellence in academics, athletics and the arts within its mission of preparing students for ". . . a life of continuous learning, accomplishment, and leadership in a diverse and changing world." We believe that diversity enriches and strengthens community and challenges individuals to become agents of change in creating a more fair and equitable world. Whom To Contact If we have no posted job openings and you would like to be considered for a future position at Nashoba Brooks, please send your cover letter and resume to: Nashoba Brooks School 200 Strawberry Hill Road Concord, MA 01742