GS Resource Teacher

New York

Full Time

Entry Level

Grammar School Resource Teacher

Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School seeks a full-time resource teacher as needs arise, including absences, break and meeting coverage, and providing additional support. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with grammar school-aged students (pre-kindergarten to fifth grade) and an eagerness to collaborate with others. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate a strong interest in and understanding of child development, possess excellent oral and written communication skills, and take initiative. The candidate should be driven to explore ways to reach all learners through differentiated instruction, student-centered teaching, positive classroom management, and a variety of assessment methods.

Please note that we have 2 GS Resource Teaching positions available. One is full time and the other is a leave replacement from September through December.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Follow lesson plans as directed by the teacher or co-teacher.
Assist students in and out of the classroom.
Collaborate positively and respectfully with all members of the Grammar School community, including colleagues, school administrators and parents.
Supervise lunchroom and recesses, and perform other duties.
Participate or provide data on students and document observations about student behavior.
Communicate proactively and professionally about students with teaching and non-teaching staff, bearing in mind the impact of confidentiality regarding vulnerable persons.
Conduct all work activities in a professional manner.
Demonstrate commitment to working in a school community.
Any additional duties as assigned by the Divisional Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of two years’ experience in elementary education.
Strong communication (verbal, written, interpersonal) skills and leadership qualities.
Demonstrated organization and planning skills; strong attention to detail, as well as follow-up and follow-through skills to ensure completion of goals and objectives.
Strong background and familiarity in teaching literacy, pre-reading and math skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ease in effectively prioritizing multiple competing tasks and demands.
Belief in and alignment with Columbia Grammar’s core beliefs and educational philosophy.
Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player.

WORK HOURS:

7:45am - 3:15pm Monday through Friday
Weekly faculty and department meetings until 4:00pm
Effective date: August 21, 2025

COMPENSATION:

Salary range for this position $50,000-$55,000. We also a warm and supportive culture as well as exceptional benefits including but not limited to:

Comprehensive medical, dental & vision plans with a free medical coverage option for employee only coverage
Free vision coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical, Dependent Care, Parking & Transit
8% Annual Employer Contribution to retirement after one year of full time service
Basic Life Insurance
Enhanced Short Term Disability Coverage
Long Term Disability Coverage
Low cost additional benefits including voluntary life insurance, critical illness coverage and pet insurance
Additional Aflac policies
Free breakfast & lunch when school is in session
Discounted parking
Generous holiday schedule, sick and personal time

CGPS MISSION STATEMENT:

CGPS nurtures each student’s unique passions and talents inside and outside the classroom, unifying and inspiring members of its community in a rigorous but relaxed learning environment, preparing them for the finest colleges and instilling in them the confidence, ethical values and sense of purpose to embrace challenges, to achieve their dreams and to improve the world.

Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment on the basis of race (including hairstyle), color, religion, creed, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender and gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage, age, pregnancy, marital/partnership status, immigration or citizenship status, status as a veteran or active military service member status, disability, genetic predisposition, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law (collectively, the “Protected Characteristics”).

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