Teaching Fellow

BASIS Independent Schools, a subsidiary of Spring Education Group, is a national network of PreK-12 private, secular schools that educate students to the highest international levels. Our ten campuses, located in some of the most bustling, dynamic metropolitan areas in the country, are part of the BASIS Curriculum Schools global network.We believe in setting a higher standard for students and promoting self-reliance and accountability in a culture where hard work is celebrated, and intellectual pursuits result in extraordinary outcomes.

BASIS Independent Brooklyn Upper is seeking qualified candidates for a Teaching Fellow for immediate hire!

What We're Looking For

The Teaching Fellow will float between classes and assiststhe lead teacher to create an environment where learning is a joyful and rewarding experience thatmaintainsthe integrity of each child’s imagination and natural curiosity. The environment fostersan exposureto a thematic, hands-on, comprehensive, and content-rich curriculum.Ultimately, thegoal of the program is to foster a sense of wonder while engaging in the world that surrounds us, equipping students with a foundation for future success.

The Teaching Fellow's role is toassistthe lead teacher while learning the BASIS IndependentSchools'model with opportunities for growth and a successful transition into Lead Teacher roles.Teaching Fellows have the opportunity to learn all aspects of the school preparing them for the classroom or administration in the future.Teaching Fellows help in the efforts to build andmaintaina strong, positive achievement-oriented school culture. This position is a visible presence in all areas of the school and canassistwith any issues relating to the well-being of the students during their time at the school.

The Teaching Fellows will be required to attend all staff meetings and any training required of Teachers.

Primary Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

Assistingteachers with classroom management

Student academic support and tutoring

Assistingclassroom teachers with events, labs, and testing

Working with teachers in evaluating student progress and gains

Proctoring assessments

Monitoring and managing student's non-scheduled time, to include Early Bird and Late Bird supervision and Lunch Monitor responsibilities

Monitoring and managing study groups

Coordinating homework and assignments for absent students

Assisting Directors of Student Affairs and Deans with managing behavior and discipline

Assisting Directors of Academic Programs with execution of key programs

Essential Teacher Qualifications

Strong belief in and adherence to the BASIS Independent Schools model

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to exercise excellent judgment and decision making

Ability to work with diverse constituents whilemaintaininghigh professional standards

Exemplary organizational skills; ability toestablishand manage multiple priorities; ability to work under pressure

Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy

Additional Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :  Bachelor's Degree isrequired(early education preferred). Candidates mustpossessthe willingness to keep current in both subject matter knowledge and BASIS Independent Schools teaching methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications : A successful applicant willdemonstratestrong communicationskills and be open tonew ideasin teaching methods. Candidates must have the ability to obtain a fingerprint clearance card.

Benefits :

BASIS Independent Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes :

Competitive salarydependenton education and experience.

Career growth opportunities focused on continuous learning, mentorship, and professional advancement across our network of schools.

Retirement options through which eligible participants may receive a 50% Company match for the first 10% of employee earnings deferred.

Three PPO medical plans to choose from, as well as dental and vision insurance.

An FSA option that allows for pre-tax dollars to cover medical, dependent care, and transit.

Student tuitionremissionfor your children to attend our schools.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military / veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.