Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Ethical Culture Fieldston School
Job overview
The Schoolwide Assistant-EC at Ethical Culture Fieldston School supports daily classroom activities and helps maintain a safe, organized environment for PreK-5 students, contributing to the school's educational mission.
Responsibilities and impact
The assistant supports teachers during recess, lunch, Early Birds, dismissal, rest time, field trips, and classroom activities, ensuring safety, order, and positive student interactions while also helping with school-wide organization and materials.
Compensation and benefits
The position pays $20.00-25.00 per hour with salary determined by experience and skills; no additional benefits are explicitly mentioned in the description.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree, experience with elementary students, strong communication, collaboration skills, discretion, patience, flexibility, and a commitment to cultural competency and progressive education; CPR/First Aid training is preferred but provided.
Work environment and culture
The school values equity, inclusion, diversity, open dialogue, and a progressive educational philosophy fostering a welcoming and supportive community.
Company information
Ethical Culture Fieldston School is a progressive PreK-12 independent school in NYC with a diverse student body of about 1,700, known for its rich curriculum and commitment to equity since 1878.
Job location and travel
The role is onsite at the Ethical Culture division in Manhattan, working Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm with no remote option.
Application process
Applicants should apply via the school's employment page at www.ecfs.org with a resume and three references.
Unique job features
The job involves varied duties including playground supervision, classroom assistance, and organizing school materials, emphasizing safety and community engagement in a progressive school setting.
Company overview
Ethical Culture Fieldston School (ECFS) is a progressive independent school in New York City that offers a rigorous academic curriculum from Pre-K through 12th grade. Founded in 1878 by Felix Adler, the school emphasizes ethical learning and social justice, integrating these principles into its educational approach. ECFS generates revenue through tuition, donations, and endowments, supporting its mission to foster critical thinking and ethical responsibility. The school is known for its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, making it a unique and enriching environment for both students and staff.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight experience supporting elementary-aged students in classroom and playground settings, emphasizing collaboration with teachers and safety supervision.
Focus on showcasing your interpersonal skills, ability to manage diverse student populations, and commitment to progressive education and cultural competency.
Apply through multiple channels including the Ethical Culture Fieldston School corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with current staff in the Ethical Culture division, using ice breakers like commenting on the school’s mission of equity and inclusion or asking about daily classroom support strategies.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'classroom support,' 'playground supervision,' 'collaboration,' 'cultural competency,' and 'progressive education.'
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