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Sacred Heart Greenwich
Sacred Heart Greenwich has been empowering girls and young women since 1848 in a stimulating and developmentally appropriate educational environment in accordance with the Goals and Criteria of a Sacred Heart education. This mission provides opportunities to develop spiritual, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. Sacred Heart Greenwich integrates technology into the learning process through enhanced collaboration, exploration, discovery, and creativity.
We aim to form students of faith, intellect, and awareness who will use their gifts to serve others. Relationship and mentoring are at the heart of the student experience, which is grounded in student centered learning, inquiry, problem solving, interdisciplinary connection, collaboration, and an understanding of social justice. Student leadership and well-being are connected to every academic discipline, as all full-time teachers are also grade level advisors.
The school offers a coed program for young children at the Barat Center for Early Childhood Education and then an all-girls experience from K-12 on our 110-acre campus in Greenwich, Connecticut. We are proudly part of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools.
We are currently seeking a Lower School Associate Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
Position Lower School Associate Teacher
Reports to: Head of Lower School
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Summary: Lower School Associate Teachers support Lower School Lead Teachers in providing a stimulating and developmentally appropriate educational environment in a way that is in accordance with the Goals and Criteria of a Sacred Heart education and the philosophy that implements it. This philosophy includes providing children opportunities to develop spiritual, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. Lower School Associate Teachers report to the Head of Lower School and are expected to be in school from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. (4:30 p.m. 1x per week all-school and division-specific meetings). This is a two-year program with the expectation to participate in an Associate Teacher Mentoring Program with the Assistant Head of Lower School and the Lead Teacher(s).
Essential Functions
Embrace and effectively communicate the mission, vision, and philosophy of the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart
Enthusiastically interact with all members of the SHG school community, exhibiting flexibility in thought and action
Demonstrate an ability to multitask with attention to detail and organization
Enthusiastically model and exemplify the behaviors and positive attitudes expected of all members of the SHG community
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all faculty and staff members
Duties and Responsibilities
Support Lower School Lead Teacher(s) in the preparation of their classrooms and classroom materials (i.e. organizing materials for the start of school, creating bulletin boards, making copies, etc.)
If assigned to more than one classroom in the grade level (up to two classrooms), coordinate and execute a schedule in which time is split in accordance with the Lead Teachers’ needs
Plan and prepare a supportive and caring classroom environment with each Lower School Lead Teacher so that children can learn and interact positively with one another
Work 1-1 and in small groups with students to support the lessons taught by the Lower School Lead Teachers
After some time spent in the classroom, begin to lead lessons in the classroom a few times per week
Attend specials classes as an extra set of hands, when necessary
Actively engage in assigned duties: lunch, recess, car, and bus dismissal
Attend and participate in all faculty meetings and workshop days as they are scheduled during the year
When advised by the Lead Teacher, substitute as a lead teacher when the Lead Teacher is not available (i.e. sick or absent)
Participate in an Associate Teacher Mentoring Program with the Assistant Head of Lower School and the Lead Teacher(s), including Associate Teacher Mentoring Program meetings, informal and formal observations, feedback meetings, etc.
All Associate Teachers Are Expected To
Assume serious collaborative responsibility for the educational environment of the School by conducting themselves at all times in a responsible, ethical, and professional manner
Be available one week before the opening of School to attend faculty meetings, etc., and to be available one week after the Upper School’s graduation to attend faculty meetings and complete end-of-year duties
Participate fully in regular school programs, e.g., committees, assemblies, field trips, etc.
Assume responsibilities as assigned for the supervision of students, including at times of early dismissal due to inclement weather
Assist at School functions designated by the Head of School as necessary for the operation of the School, e.g., Back-to-School Night, Open House, Parent/Teacher Conferences, etc. (To note: These duties may sometimes extend beyond the normal hours for school.)
Maintain high standards for his/her ongoing professional development
Use technology effectively as part of classroom instruction
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Enrolled in a Master’s degree program in Early Childhood and/or Elementary Education
1-2 years of experience working with early childhood and/or childhood-aged children
Proficient in technology, including Google Suite
Strong time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good organizational and planning abilities
Good interpersonal skills
Passion for supporting children, recognizing the important role of educational institutions in their lives, families, and communities
Application Procedure Please apply online at https://www.shgreenwich.org/about-us/employment.
Sacred Heart Greenwich is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates who will enhance the diversity of our community.
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Sacred Heart Greenwich
Sacred Heart Greenwich has been empowering girls and young women since 1848 in a stimulating and developmentally appropriate educational environment in accordance with the Goals and Criteria of a Sacred Heart education. This mission provides opportunities to develop spiritual, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. Sacred Heart Greenwich integrates technology into the learning process through enhanced collaboration, exploration, discovery, and creativity.
We aim to form students of faith, intellect, and awareness who will use their gifts to serve others. Relationship and mentoring are at the heart of the student experience, which is grounded in student centered learning, inquiry, problem solving, interdisciplinary connection, collaboration, and an understanding of social justice. Student leadership and well-being are connected to every academic discipline, as all full-time teachers are also grade level advisors.
The school offers a coed program for young children at the Barat Center for Early Childhood Education and then an all-girls experience from K-12 on our 110-acre campus in Greenwich, Connecticut. We are proudly part of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools.
We are currently seeking a Lower School Associate Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
Position Lower School Associate Teacher
Reports to: Head of Lower School
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Summary: Lower School Associate Teachers support Lower School Lead Teachers in providing a stimulating and developmentally appropriate educational environment in a way that is in accordance with the Goals and Criteria of a Sacred Heart education and the philosophy that implements it. This philosophy includes providing children opportunities to develop spiritual, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. Lower School Associate Teachers report to the Head of Lower School and are expected to be in school from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. (4:30 p.m. 1x per week all-school and division-specific meetings). This is a two-year program with the expectation to participate in an Associate Teacher Mentoring Program with the Assistant Head of Lower School and the Lead Teacher(s).
Essential Functions
Embrace and effectively communicate the mission, vision, and philosophy of the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart
Enthusiastically interact with all members of the SHG school community, exhibiting flexibility in thought and action
Demonstrate an ability to multitask with attention to detail and organization
Enthusiastically model and exemplify the behaviors and positive attitudes expected of all members of the SHG community
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all faculty and staff members
Duties and Responsibilities
Support Lower School Lead Teacher(s) in the preparation of their classrooms and classroom materials (i.e. organizing materials for the start of school, creating bulletin boards, making copies, etc.)
If assigned to more than one classroom in the grade level (up to two classrooms), coordinate and execute a schedule in which time is split in accordance with the Lead Teachers’ needs
Plan and prepare a supportive and caring classroom environment with each Lower School Lead Teacher so that children can learn and interact positively with one another
Work 1-1 and in small groups with students to support the lessons taught by the Lower School Lead Teachers
After some time spent in the classroom, begin to lead lessons in the classroom a few times per week
Attend specials classes as an extra set of hands, when necessary
Actively engage in assigned duties: lunch, recess, car, and bus dismissal
Attend and participate in all faculty meetings and workshop days as they are scheduled during the year
When advised by the Lead Teacher, substitute as a lead teacher when the Lead Teacher is not available (i.e. sick or absent)
Participate in an Associate Teacher Mentoring Program with the Assistant Head of Lower School and the Lead Teacher(s), including Associate Teacher Mentoring Program meetings, informal and formal observations, feedback meetings, etc.
All Associate Teachers Are Expected To
Assume serious collaborative responsibility for the educational environment of the School by conducting themselves at all times in a responsible, ethical, and professional manner
Be available one week before the opening of School to attend faculty meetings, etc., and to be available one week after the Upper School’s graduation to attend faculty meetings and complete end-of-year duties
Participate fully in regular school programs, e.g., committees, assemblies, field trips, etc.
Assume responsibilities as assigned for the supervision of students, including at times of early dismissal due to inclement weather
Assist at School functions designated by the Head of School as necessary for the operation of the School, e.g., Back-to-School Night, Open House, Parent/Teacher Conferences, etc. (To note: These duties may sometimes extend beyond the normal hours for school.)
Maintain high standards for his/her ongoing professional development
Use technology effectively as part of classroom instruction
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Enrolled in a Master’s degree program in Early Childhood and/or Elementary Education
1-2 years of experience working with early childhood and/or childhood-aged children
Proficient in technology, including Google Suite
Strong time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good organizational and planning abilities
Good interpersonal skills
Passion for supporting children, recognizing the important role of educational institutions in their lives, families, and communities
Application Procedure Please apply online at https://www.shgreenwich.org/about-us/employment.
Sacred Heart Greenwich is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates who will enhance the diversity of our community.
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