Kindergarten Learning Assistant Job at High Meadows School, Roswell, GA

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  • High Meadows School
  • Roswell, GA

Job Description

High Meadows School in Roswell, Georgia, approximately 30 minutes north of Atlanta, is accepting part-time (25 hours per week), on-site, Kindergarten Learning Assistant applications for the 2025-26 school year . The school takes pride in hiring dynamic, compassionate, and diverse faculty and staff who are among the finest in their areas of expertise. This position is non-exempt for purposes of wage and hour regulations.

 

This part-time role involves assisting with classroom management, providing individualized student support, and helping with instructional and creative tasks to enhance the curriculum and student experience. 

 

Working hours for this position are 25 hours per week, 5 hours each day, Monday – Friday. Hours are paid via time sheet. The Early Years Principal will supervise this position and sign time sheets for payment. Hourly rate depends on experience in similar role. 

School’s Mission Statement

The High Meadows community celebrates and perpetuates each individual’s quest for knowledge and skill, sense of wonder, and connection to the natural environment. We empower each to be a compassionate, responsible, and active global citizen.

 

School’s Vision Statement

High Meadows School and Camp inspires adventurous learners who ask questions that drive learning and seek sustainable solutions in collaboration with others. Our students emerge as ethical leaders with the skills and habits of mind to grow and adapt as they discover a place of purpose and joy in an ever-changing world.

Summary

Our educators are experienced, energetic, and collaborative individuals who follow a constructivist, progressive educational philosophy which is student-centered and holds kids to high and reasonable standards. Our tenets of progressive education include: (1) embracing the world, (2) hands-on and inquiry-driven learning, (3) holistic approach to educating children, (4) social justice and sustainability, and (5) transdisciplinary learning.

We look for educators who maintain excellent relationships with families, work successfully within a team, understand developmentally appropriate practices for students, recognize the educational value of the natural environment and demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in their teaching practice. At High Meadows, we believe that children possess a drive for cognitive, physical, and social engagement—a drive that is developed and enhanced by an environment that promotes academic challenge, creativity, personal responsibility, and a positive self-image.

Knowledge and Skill Set Requirements

  • Must be motivated, nurturing, creative, self-directed and a collaborative team member.
  • Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as a passion and energy for teaching children.
  • Desire to play a meaningful role in each student’s daily school life and the life of the school.
  • Ability to clearly communicate, collaborate, and work effectively in a teaching partnership.
  • Ability to nurture and challenge each student.
  • Model continuous learning, and demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.
  • Understand academic, social, behavioral, and emotional development milestones of children.
  • Understand positive discipline in a progressive educational setting.

Essential Job Functions

Our teachers:

  • Assist the Lead Kindergarten Co-Teachers in classroom management and supervision to ensure a safe and positive learning environment. 
  • Be comfortable and prepared to be out of doors most of the day in all weather scenarios. 
  • Be able to hike one to two miles daily on variable terrain in all types of weather while carrying 25-35 pounds. 
  • Attentively supervise outdoor play. 
  • Take the initiative to manage student interactions while adhering to Positive Discipline.
  • Initiate response to student situations independently while remaining calm and steady, following up with collaboration with lead teachers when necessary. 
  • Help prepare, maintain and organize all classroom materials, including inside/outside instructional materials and outdoor supplies. 
  • Support daily activities, including circle time, story-time, and hands-on learning experiences. 
  • Assist in implementing lesson plans and student activities under the guidance of the Co-Lead Teachers. 
  • Accompany full kindergarten classes to specials classes.
  • Help students adjust, learn and socialize and inform teachers about classroom behavior situations.
  • Communicate effectively with the teaching team and contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment. 
  • Supervise students during transitions, meadow, lunch, and other school activities. 
  • Help with classroom cleanup, getting students ready for carpool and organization at the end of the day.
  • Perform additional duties as requested by the Co-Lead Kindergarten Teachers and/or Elementary Principal to support student learning and classroom operations that can change from time-to-time. 

The Campus

High Meadows School sits on 42 wooded acres in Roswell. The school is housed in several buildings spread across the two meadows on the property. We have an active barnyard on campus, serving as the home for horses, sheep, bunnies, and chickens. Faculty and staff must be comfortable traveling between buildings in all types of weather, participating in outdoor activities on the meadows and in the forest, and intermingling with animals.

Minimum Education/Prior Experience/Qualifications Required

  • 21 years of age 
  • Experience working with children
  • Experience teaching or experience with individualized learning support

Our Work Culture

High Meadows School’s work culture s defined by mutual accountability to these ideals, as we work in service of the mission and values of High Meadows: 

  • Autonomy -We are given the professional freedom to teach children. 
  • Belonging - We are recognized and feel cared for through respectful relationships within a diverse community. 
  • Voice & Collaboration - My perspective will be heard and valued and, equally, I will actively listen to the perspectives of others. 
  • Growth Mindset - We encourage and place value on lifelong, continual learning. 

Application Process

Please send a cover letter indicating interest and philosophy and resume to HR Manager Jane Murphy at jmurphy@highmeadows.org . If you are selected for the next steps in the process, an application link will be emailed to you.

(Please, no phone calls. Only candidates selected for the next step will be contacted.)

High Meadows School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a protected veteran in employment, admission of students, or in providing its services in any manner.

 

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Part time, Outdoor, Monday to Friday,

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