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Flexible Schedule
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Hartford, CT 06103
Notre Dame Mission Volunteers, AmeriCorps (NDMVA) is seeking applicants to serve as Full-time AmeriCorps Members at Grace Academy in Hartford, CT from August 16, 2024-June 30, 2025. Grace Academy is an accredited, tuition-free middle school (5th-8th grade) serving girls of all faiths from underserved families residing in Hartford and the surrounding areas. Grace Academy’s academically challenging and highly structured environment helps students grow in a love for learning and an abiding sense of responsibility to their community. In the NativityMiguel tradition, the school promotes the intellectual, creative, social, spiritual, and physical growth that inspires girls to reach for a college education and rewarding career. Grace Academy achieves impressive academic and high school placement results through an innovative co-teaching model, a model which compliments the experience of veteran effective educators (Lead Teachers), with the enthusiasm and promise of talented recent college graduates (Grace Academy Fellows). Job Purpose: To assist Grace Academy teachers on a day to day basis and to foster the development of students within the NativityMiguel tradition. The Academic Fellow plays an integral role in the smooth operation and effectiveness of the overall program. Grace Academy’s holistic program includes: breakfast meals, free lunch for students (2 days/week) recess, study hall, club activities, sports, field trips and summer school. The academic fellow also assists teachers in their efforts to educate the students we serve. This includes assistance with Unit and Lesson Plans, library services, progress report, facilitation of parent relationships. Fellow Responsibilities: Be present, ready to work and on time for all scheduled hours - school days, field trips & PD workshops as defined by the school calendar. Promote social emotional learning and student success through extracurricular activities Organizes Club activities and athletic competitions Assists with student discipline according to the Handbook, keeping in mind the needs of the students. Communicates with parents/guardians Helps organizes and Attends Parent Council meetings Working with teachers, helps identify student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems. Creates an effective environment for learning through attractive displays such as bulletin boards, etc. Maintains professional competence through in-service professional development activities provided by the school, attends professional development workshops/conferences, and/or university courses. Supervision duties as assigned, including, but not limited to: substitute teaching, lunch/recess duty, chaperoning of field trips, Clubs, sports, etc. Works in collaboration with the Executive Director, Instructional Coaches, and School Counselor(s) to provide a quality faith-based education for each student. Attends and participates in faculty meetings. Maintains professional appearance.
Date Posted: 2024-03-18
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Flexible Schedule
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Bridgeport, CT 06604
Catholic Academy of Bridgeport serves 900 students from diverse backgrounds across 4 different campuses. The schools all share one common mission: to provide a superior education in a faith-filled learning environment that nurtures the whole child-mind, body and spirit. In each of our schools you’ll find: High academic standards and expectations for all, small class sizes and personal attention from dedicated teachers, safe learning environments that foster kindness and respect, and is Christ-centered culture that shapes personal and moral character. Job Purpose: This position will support the academic growth of children in the classroom by lowering the teacher/student ratio. Members will work directly with students in small groups and one on one, in academic and other school programmatic settings, working in collaboration with the classroom teacher to help ensure engagement throughout the school day. Responsibilities: Engage with PreK-1st grade students in the classroom alongside a lead teacher. Supervise daily activities including snack, lunch, recess, etc. Attend ongoing professional development, retreats and staff meetings Support with classroom management and addressing student behavior Collaboratively creating and implementing lesson and advisory plans with the lead teacher Participate in all professional development and school wide community events Planning, supporting, and instructing extra-curricular activities such as sports, arts, field trips, and other after school activities Create a safe and nurturing learning environment. Attend and participate in faculty meetings. Maintains professional appearance. Expectations: Demonstrate respect and professionalism at all times Be open to growth, seeking to constantly improve instructional practices Willingly receive and apply feedback Share unique gifts and talents to enrich the broader community Generosity of spirit, exceptional work ethic, patience, flexibility, and a willingness to consistently learn Qualifications and Preferences: High School Diploma or GED required Experience working with youth, preferably elementary school age Passion for working with children/adolescents from under-resourced communities Dedication to education and the advancement of students’ academic, social, and emotional well-being. Ability to form strong, positive relationships with staff, students, and families. U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident
Date Posted: 2024-04-04
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Flexible Schedule
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Fairfield, CT 06825
ND AmeriCorps Fellows are asked to commit to a two-year fellowship intended to develop their knowledge and skills as educational instructors. As a member of the NativityMiguel Coalition, Covenant School of Bridgeport is on an extended day program, running from approximately 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM and includes a Summer Academy in the month of June-July. AmeriCorps Fellows play an integral part in the life of the school, supports instruction in the classrooms, and receive training and support from the Principal and mentor teachers. I n addition to classroom instruction responsibilities. Fellows participate in the school’s advisory, athletics/activities, enrichment and service programs. About Covenant School of Bridgeport Covenant School of Bridgeport (CSB) provides young men, grades 5 through 8, who reside in underserved communities in Bridgeport, the foundation required to successfully pursue higher education, to develop the strength of their character, and to inspire them to live with integrity as leaders committed to their communities. More information about the school can be found on the school’s website: www.CovenantSchoolBridgeport.org. CSB is strongly committed to equal opportunity for all its employees and actively seeks diverse candidates for employment. CSB does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification, or any other characteristic protected by law. Responsibilities: Provide instruction in subjects of the Fellow’s strengths (ELA, math, science, social studies) to a small class size of 5th or 6th grade students (11 boys per grade) Serve as an advisor to small group of students Supervise school-day activities Supervise/lead/coach afternoon activities, e.g. Study Hall, sports and/or enrichment Coordinate other school programs as assigned by the principal such as field trips, service projects, showcase events, celebrations, and similar Meet and plan with instructional coaches and mentor teachers. Lead a minimum of one weekend day field trip per month. Collaborate with a co-advisor on leading Advisory curriculum for an assigned class. Participate in faculty meetings and professional development. Participate in special events, e.g. Thanksgiving dinner, Harvest Festival, dances, theater, showcases, etc. Participate in Summer Academy in mid-June to mid-July Applicant Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree is required (teaching certificate not required). Experience working with youth, middle school grades preferred. A firm commitment to social justice and CSB’s mission. Generosity of spirit, exceptional work ethic, flexibility, and a willingness to consistently learn. U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident
Date Posted: 2024-04-04
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Flexible Schedule
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Hartford, CT 06105
Trinity Academy is an independent, tuition-free elementary school (grades 1-4) for Hartford area students. We provide a safe and nurturing learning environment for our students with small class sizes (10-15 students per class) and lots of individual attention. Our school day runs from 8:15am-3:20pm, and is filled with intensive academics, enrichment activities/specials classes (gym, choir, art, gardening) and we provide breakfast, two snacks and lunch every day to all students. Responsibilities: Create a safe and nurturing learning environment. Teach Art, Music, Gym, and/or an alternative enrichment course to grades 1-4. Develop and submit weekly lesson plans. Work under the guidance of our Curriculum Coach. Deliver group and individual student instruction. Handle social/emotional issues as they arise. Monitor students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom and virtual classroom, cafeteria, playground, school grounds, hallways, restrooms, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment. The successful candidate will possess most of these qualifications: 1+ years’ experience working with children, preferably ages 6-10. Bachelor's Degree preferred, but years of experience can substitute. Dedication to education and the advancement of students’ academic, social, and emotional well-being. Ability to form strong, positive relationships with staff, students, and families. Time management skills. Experience working with under-resourced families preferred. Required: must be a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident
Date Posted: 2024-04-04
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Flexible Schedule
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Hartford, CT 06112
Covenant Preparatory School provides young men in grades 5 through 8 from underserved communities in Hartford, the foundation required to successfully pursue higher education, to develop the strength of their character, and to inspire them to live with integrity as leaders committed to their communities. More information about the school can be found on our website: www.covenantprep.org. AmeriCorps Teaching Fellows are asked to commit to a one-to-two year fellowship intended to develop their knowledge and skills as an educator. As a member of the NativityMiguel Coalition, Covenant Prep is on an extended day program, running from approximately 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM and includes a Summer Academy in the month of July. Applicants should be committed to a challenging and rewarding service position. AmeriCorps Teaching Fellows play an integral part in the life of the school, work as full-time teachers, and receive training and support from the Principal and mentor teachers. In addition to classroom teaching responsibilities, Fellows participate in the school’s advisory, athletics/activities, and service programs. Responsibilities Co-teach approximately three student groups Serve as an advisor to small group of students Supervise school-day activities (~2 periods per day, Monday-Friday) Supervise/coach afternoon activities from 4:00-5:15 p.m. (Monday-Friday) Coordinate other school programs as assigned by the principal Obtain necessary endorsement to drive school vans Participate in Summer Academy in July Qualifications and Attitude A Bachelor’s degree is required (all majors welcome, teaching certificate not required). Experience working with youth, middle school grades preferred. A firm commitment to social justice and Covenant Prep’s mission. Generosity of spirit, exceptional work ethic, flexibility, and a willingness to consistently learn. U.S. Citizen and Legal Permanent Resident Covenant Prep. Provided Benefits Free housing in a school-managed townhouse with other AmeriCorps teaching fellows. Stipend of $600 per month in first year and $800 per month in second year, subject to taxes. $125 meal stipend per month. School-provided health, vision, and dental insurance, if needed. Discounted graduate school tuition at University of St. Joseph’s. Covenant Preparatory School is strongly committed to equal opportunity for all its employees and actively seeks diverse candidates for employment. Covenant Prep does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Date Posted: 2024-04-04
