Elementary Teacher Associate at Community Roots Academy

About the Employer

Community Roots Academy’s (CRA) mission is to be a premier project-based school where children are deliberately taught to see the connections between their formal education and the world. Collaboration, creativity, adaptability, reflection and evaluation are embedded in CRA philosophy, governance, curriculum and daily operations. Our educators collaborate with community-based organizations to create learning experiences that build efficacy, confidence, empathy, a sense of purpose, and connections to the real world. CRA is a place to learn about whom we are and empowers us to grow into the individuals we aspire to be.

Job Summary

Job Summary

The Elementary Teacher Associate supports the lead classroom teachers in delivering a high-quality, student-centered instructional program. This role assists with instruction, facilitates small-group learning, and supports students’ academic, social, and emotional development while helping maintain a collaborative, inquiry-based classroom environment. Work Hours; 7:30 - 4:00 Work Year Calendar: 10.5 month * with the exception of school breaks Employment Type; Full-time, non-exempt- hourly EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: -Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field preferred -Valid California Teaching Credential preferred (Multiple Subject; Special Education credential) -English Learner Authorization preferred (CLAD or equivalent) -Valid California Substitute Permit -Experience providing targeted intervention and/or working within an MTSS framework preferred -Experience working with children in a school or youth setting is strongly preferred BENEFITS: -Paid Sick Leave -Paid Personal Leave -Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage -Employer-paid Life Insurance -403 (b) Retirement Plan -Induction Program Reimbursement & Mentor -Before and after school childcare

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