The Lower School Assistant Teacher is a college graduate who aspires to be a lead teacher. The role supports the classroom teacher in providing a nurturing and dynamic educational environment for young learners. Responsibilities include assisting with lesson delivery, preparing instructional materials, and facilitating classroom activities to promote student engagement and learning. The assistant will also work closely with students, offering individualized and small group support and reinforcing positive behavior and academic skills. Additionally, the role involves collaborating with the lead teacher and other staff members to ensure a cohesive and effective educational experience. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about education and eager to contribute to a vibrant school community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting the lead teacher with classroom instruction

• Assisting in the preparation of lesson plans and instructional materials

• Leading small group activities or discussions as needed

• Helping maintain a positive and orderly classroom environment by assisting with behavior management and reinforcing classroom rules and routines

• Supervising students during class, recess, lunch, and other activities

• Assisting with grading assignments, quizzes, and exams and/or providing feedback to students on their work

• Handling administrative tasks such as taking attendance, maintaining records, and organizing classroom materials, preparing and distributing learning materials

• Offering one-on-one or small group support to students who need additional help

• Communicating with the lead teacher about student progress and any issues that arise

• Supporting extracurricular activities, field trips, and special projects 

Qualifications:  

• A bachelor's degree in education or a related field.

• Previous experience working with young children in an educational or childcare setting is preferred

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Patience, flexibility, and a passion for fostering a positive learning environment for young children

Interested applicants should send a letter of interest and resume in PDF format to the attention of Rachel Diaz, Head of Lower School, at rachel.diaz@lfcds.org.

Mission: Through inspired teaching and partnership with families, Lake Forest Country Day School nurtures a love of learning and builds a foundation of strong character, preparing students to navigate their path with purpose.  

Vision: Lake Forest Country Day School envisions a world where all children learn in community, discover their gifts, and thrive as adults. Rooted in timeless tradition and a timely approach, we create an environment that elevates the academic and personal growth of every child.  Collaborating with one another and in partnership with families, our talented educators craft authentic and challenging learning experiences that empower our students to emerge as confident, compassionate learners, ready to lead, serve, and shape what comes next.

Professional Association Memberships: NAIS, ISACS, & INDEX  

Lake Forest Country Day School seeks and embraces diversity among our faculty, staff, and student body. LFCDS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, religion, marital status, disability, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, order of protection status, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.   

About Lake Forest Country Day School

LFCDS, founded in 1888 and located on a 30-acre campus about 30 miles north of Chicago, Illinois, is a co-educational, independent day school serving 420 students from age 2 through eighth grade. The School has a long tradition of producing thoughtful, confident, and successful students. Children are known, loved, and challenged at LFCDS, and a state-of-the-art facility provides a remarkable setting for inspired teaching, personal growth and nurturing a love of learning.

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