Early Childhood Assistant Teacher Full-Time | Begins August 2025

The Episcopal Academy seeks a passionate and dedicated full-time Early Childhood Assistant Teacher to join our PK/K team for the 2025-2026 school year. This is an exceptional opportunity for a recent graduate with a degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education to begin their teaching career in a supportive and vibrant independent school community.

About the Position Assistant Teachers at Episcopal work closely with experienced Lead Teachers who mentor and guide their professional growth. In the PK/K classrooms, the assistant supports all aspects of teaching and learning-from leading small-group instruction in reading and math to helping manage the classroom environment and fostering a positive, inclusive community for young learners.

Key Responsibilities

In the PK/K Classroom

Collaborate daily with a Lead Teacher to support instruction, classroom routines, and student development.

Work with small groups of students on foundational literacy and numeracy skills.

Help plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons and activities.

Engage actively in creating a warm, safe, and joyful classroom environment.

Afternoon Enrichment Program

Under the guidance of the Assistant Head of Lower School, design and lead engaging, hands-on activities for Lower School students.

Promote creativity, collaboration, and discovery during extended day hours.

Ensure a nurturing and well-supervised environment for all participants.

Assistant Teachers are also encouraged to become involved in the wider life of the school, including extracurricular activities and coaching.

About You

You hold a BA in Early Childhood or Elementary Education.

You have experience working with young children (student teaching or internships welcome).

You bring enthusiasm, flexibility, and a collaborative spirit to your work.

You are excited to learn from experienced educators and grow as a teacher.

You are committed to helping build a diverse and inclusive school community.

About Us An EA employee:

Is kid-centered, embraces school and life, and shows it through actions and interactions with students, colleagues, and parents.

Embodies and lives The Stripes (our core values).

Consistently maintains high standards for their work and motivates others to do the same.

Demonstrates a desire to grow and learn-personally and professionally-and sees others, especially students, as having the ability to do the same.

Fosters a positive culture by being optimistic, flexible, selfless, and collaborative.

Demonstrates a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

How to Apply Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, current resume, and a list of three references as PDF documents.

The Episcopal Academy does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability and familial affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. We seek candidates who hope to help foster a school environment where all people are valued and where all perspectives are respected and appreciated.