Grade 5 Classroom Assistant

Grade 5 Classroom Assistant Annie Wright Schools - 4.0 Tacoma, WA Job Details Full-time $25.45 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications School experience Faculty collaboration Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED Bachelor's degree Working with students Camp Full Job Description Annie Wright Schools is seeking a Grade 5 Lower School Assistant Teacher to begin as soon as possible. This is a full-time, 12-month staff position that reports directly to the Auxiliary and Summer Program Director. The position supports Grade 5 classrooms from 9:30 am to 3:10 pm, and switches to supporting students in Kindergarten through Grade 5 in our after-school Extended Day program from 3:10 to 6:00 pm. Daily standard working hours are, therefore, 9:30 am to 6:00 pm. Mission Statement Annie Wright's strong community cultivates individual learners to become well-educated, creative, and responsible citizens for a global society. About AWS Tradition meets innovation at Annie Wright Schools, where we honor our rich history and traditions, embrace the present, and continue always to move forward. Founded in 1884, Annie Wright Schools serve students from age three through high school. The Lower and Middle Schools offer co-ed programs in Preschool through Grade 8, while separate Upper Schools for boys and girls offer day and boarding options in Grades 9 through 12, welcoming students from Tacoma and around the world. We are proud to be an International Baccalaureate World School, delivering IB programs in every division. Position description The Lower School Assistant Teacher is a passionate educator who finds joy in working with young students. They are intuitive and see the academic and social-emotional needs that arise throughout the school day when working with young children. The Lower School Assistant Teacher understands the importance of their role as a support to both the lead teacher and the students, and is comfortable stepping in as needed to assist in a variety of duties, from reading groups to math support to snack and recess. The Lower School Assistant Teacher builds strong relationships with students, supporting them to be their best as a learner and a friend. They see them for who they are, build upon their strengths, and, with the classroom teacher, support them in their areas of growth. While there is always work to do in a Lower School classroom or Extended Day space, the Lower School Assistant Teacher approaches each day with flexibility and positivity, allowing them to support student learning while maintaining a welcoming and friendly environment.

Position overview:

Duties and Responsibilities The Grade 5

Lower School Assistant Teacher:

Assists in the Grade 5 Lower School classrooms (3 classrooms per grade) and supports school policies and procedures in alignment with the mission and philosophy of Annie Wright Schools and with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) framework; Assists in supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of the students; Supports the lead teacher with classroom management; Supervises and engages students in the after-school Extended Day program; Facilitates the end-of-day transition for students from the classroom to carline, bus routes, Extended Day activities, and performs other duties as assigned; Assists in supervising and supporting the Extended Day program during the winter and spring breaks and AWS summer camp through the summer; Invites feedback and follows direction from lead teachers, and maintains a cordial and professional relationship with colleagues: May be offered the opportunity to sub for an absent in-grade teacher. Qualifications The Lower School Assistant Teacher will demonstrate key elements of the listed expertise and experiences. This is an aspirational list, and Annie Wright Schools encourages candidates to apply who may not currently possess, but are working on building, all of these qualities.

The Lower School Assistant Teacher:

Holds a high school diploma (bachelor's degree is preferred); Has a minimum of 1-3 years of experience working in schools with young children; Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues; Is open to feedback and support to grow professionally; Practices cultural humility in personal interactions; Is available to work year-round on school days and during school breaks; And, is eligible to work in the United States.

Note:

Under our current employment policies, we are unable to sponsor work visas and do not offer positions to candidates who are not yet eligible to work in the United States. Physical Requirements Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods; Must be able to move comfortably around a classroom and outdoor playground space, accessing materials and assisting students as needed; Must be able to communicate and exchange information with young children, other teachers, and families. Salary and Benefits This position offers an hourly rate of $25.45 that will increase to $26.40 on September 1, 2026. Benefits available to the hired candidate for the Lower School Assistant Teacher position include the following, subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plan: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employee Assistance Program Life insurance Accidental death & dismemberment insurance Long-term disability insurance Ability to accrue up to three (3) weeks of Vacation per accrual year, with a maximum rollover of 40 hours of vacation Paid sick leave (known as Wellness Days): Each regular full-time employee earns 80 hours of Wellness leave per accrual year Eighteen (18) paid Holidays in 2026 Fifty percent (50%) Tuition remission in accordance with school policy. All fees and incidental expenses are the sole responsibility of the employee-parent All children of benefited employees of AWS, who are currently enrolled at AWS, are eligible for extended day services at no charge when school is in session. A 403(b) retirement plan with a 6% company match, with a 3 % employee contribution Application process Annie Wright Schools remain firmly committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Annie Wright shall hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all other employment-related decisions without regard to an employee's race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, political ideology, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. Annie Wright Schools are actively seeking to create a more culturally diverse school community, and accordingly, applicants of color and underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. To apply, email a cover letter, resume, email, and telephone contact information for 3-5 professional references, all in PDF format, to Mrs. Erin Gann, Executive Assistant to the Head of Schools, at . In accordance with Annie Wright Schools' strategic focus on issues related to social justice, candidates should anticipate being asked to address how their past work, as well as future contributions, might serve to advance Annie Wright's commitment to a more diverse and inclusive community. Applications for this position will be accepted until filled.

Pay:

$25.45 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person