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- Assistant Preprimary Teacher – 2025-26 Academic Year (Part Time or Full Time)
Description
University Lake School (ULS) is a college preparatory school that delivers an incomparable education through the pursuit of academic excellence and the development of the whole student in a unique learning environment that fosters intellectual curiosity, original thinking, personal integrity, and character through service.
Across all grade levels, we follow a student-centered approach to learning. Our students develop mastery of traditional fact and process-based standards while utilizing hands-on, developmentally sound lessons to regularly investigate and construct knowledge. Through a rigorous blend of student-led research, publishing, and presentation across the curriculum, our students develop the critical thinking and problem-solving abilities required for success in college and beyond.
Our curriculum in the Lower School is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach and is rich in a well-balanced combination of child and teacher-initiated projects to support the child's emerging interests as observed through play, photography, and documentation. There is a strong emphasis on creating an environment that supports reflective thinking for both children and staff, developing deep, meaningful relationships with the entire learning community, and the environment, and helping children grow in awareness of others and respect for all.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a talented, effective, and dedicated Assistant Preprimary Teacher to co-teach in a preprimary classroom and ensure the success of all students. This Teacher should be passionate about impacting academic achievement and making a difference in children's lives through high-quality instruction. This appointment is valid for the 2025-26 school year.
Essential functions and expectations:
- With a lead teacher, construct a rich classroom environment in concert with the Reggio Emilia approach, including regular adjustments and adaptations to bring to life the learning of the students.
- Support the lead teacher in evaluating and documenting student performance against learning objectives, portfolios, report cards/narratives, and actively participate in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress, problems, strengths, concerns, or other pertinent issues of the student.
- Care about kids, within and beyond the classroom, and exhibit enthusiasm for the topics one teaches.
- Collaborate as a team player with teaching colleagues and administrators. Partner with parents, guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to communicate effectively and frequently with them.
- Market the school with a willingness to showcase one's teaching and to communicate with prospective families and students.
- Support school activities by attending, participating, and assisting with school events as required, such as Laker Playgroup, Open Houses, and other large-scale community events.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required as well as take on duties for recess, pick-up or drop-off, and lunch.
- Commit to ongoing professional development via an annual program of research, workshop attendance, and visiting of others' classes and schools.
- Learn new skills as changing pedagogy dictates.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Model self-disciplined, flexible, and ethical behavior.
Requirements
- Should be at least 18 years old, with coursework in early childhood education or an Associate's Degree.
- Minimum one year of experience or student teaching in a similar environment.
A candidate should demonstrate:
- Familiarity with or excitement about the Reggio Emilia approach to learning.
- Knowledge of teaching principles, practices, techniques, and approaches.
- Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate child development.
Compensation starts at $18-$20/hour depending on experience.
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To Apply:
Please complete the ULS Application for Employment
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About University Lake School:
University Lake School (ULS) is an independent college preparatory school serving preprimary through 12th grade in Hartland, Wisconsin. One hundred percent of ULS graduates are accepted to competitive colleges and universities. University Lake School delivers an incomparable education through the pursuit of academic excellence and the development of the whole student in a unique learning environment that fosters intellectual curiosity, original thinking, personal integrity, and character through service. ULS is an educational innovator empowering students to lead and thrive in a global community.
