Elementary Teacher Aide

ELEMENTARY TEACHER AIDE

Island School (ischool.org) seeks an Elementary Teacher Aide with a commitment to support our elementary faculty in a high-inspiring independent school setting to begin in late September for the 2024-2025 school year. Pay range for a full-time Teacher Aide role for 24-25 depending on years of experience: $23 - $25 per hour.

Island School is a WASC/HAIS accredited PK-12 independent day school with a total enrollment of just over 500 students. The school is located on the rural island of Kaua`i, the northwestern most inhabited island in the Hawaiian archipelago, which, due to its stunning natural beauty, is known as the "Garden Island." More information about Island School, its educational philosophies, mission statement and its curriculum can be found on the school’s website at ischool.org.

The successful candidate should have the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues, and a desire to be part of an independent school community.

It is expected the successful candidate would:

Assist and support the classroom teacher during class time

Monitor students during morning and lunch breaks

Accompany students to enrichment classes

Occasionally serve as the back-up for our after-school care (Do Drop Inn) from 3:00-5:15

Perform additional duties as needed

In addition, a candidate should possess the following personal and professional qualifications:

Experience working with elementary age students

Ability to manage students and appropriately correct behavior

Ability to follow guidance and instruction of teacher

Commitment to and alignment with the School's mission and vision

Associate’s Degree, preferred

Applications should be directed to Nancy Nagramada, Head of School. Please include a letter of introduction, a résumé, and at least three professional references in a single PDF attachment. We will begin reviewing applications immediately and will close the application period when the position is filled. Information and/or questions may be emailed to: hr@ischool.org. Priority deadline bySeptember 13, 2024, position will remain open until filled.

Island School is an equal opportunity employer. The School strives to provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and staff in accordance with sound employee relations practices and federal and state laws. Our policy prohibits discrimination and harassment because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity or expression), age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, arrest and court record, reproductive health decision, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, domestic or sexual violence victim status, credit history, citizenship status, military/veterans status, or other characteristics protected under applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and/or executive orders. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, promotions, training, discipline, compensation, working conditions, and benefits