Lower School Instructional Aide

Columbus Classical Academy faculty model joyful learning and possess the ability and desire to shape the character of their students by exemplifying moral virtue within an intentionally ordered classroom. Faculty are knowledgeable, responsible, effective communicators, problem-solvers, and self-directed learners. They interact joyfully and meaningfully with students, parents, and colleagues, recognizing that the role of a teacher extends beyond the formal classroom setting.

Lower School Instructional Aide | Position Overview

Instructional Aides are responsible for supporting the faithful implementation of the Hillsdale K-12 curriculum, utilizing classical pedagogy in a self-contained, teacher-led classroom. Aides work collaboratively with Classroom Teachers in their pursuit of excellence through a robust coaching model in alignment with Hillsdale College’s Best Practices for K-12 Classical Schools . Aide positions may be part-time or full-time, contingent upon the Academy’s needs.

Qualifications

Successful completion of required background check

Ability to maintain a shared commitment to Columbus Classical Academy’s mission, including demonstrating moral character and civic virtue in daily interactions and through the pursuit of personal and professional growth

Instructional Aides are required to complete necessary curriculum training and attend Professional Development sessions, some of which are held during the summer months.

Additionally, strong candidates will:

Have experience teaching or serving in a support role in a classical school or similar educational setting

Understand the tenets of a classical, liberal arts education; recommended reading: Tried and True: A Primer on Sound Pedagogy

Understand and/or have experience teaching explicit phonics (such as Orton-Gillingham)

Understand and/or have experience teaching Singapore Math

Application Process

Teacher applicants must submit the following to:

Miss Jordan Blackstone, Principal, [email protected]

Cover letter: outline your interest in serving at Columbus Classical Academy, specify which grade level(s) and/or content areas you are applying to support, elaborate on any relevant experiences and indicate your salary requirements

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Email address and phone number for three professional (or academic, if a recent graduate) references

Application Timeline

Applicants will receive an initial email acknowledgment when application materials have been submitted. Upon review of materials, applicants proceeding to formal interviews will be contacted by school leadership to arrange an initial interview. Applicants invited to second round interviews will be asked to complete a demonstration lesson followed by a post-lesson debrief and additional interview session.