Assistant Teacher Position

Program Description:

Horizons at St. Richard’s Episcopal School is a six-week, tuition-free, full-day summer program designed to inspire students. Horizons focuses on the whole child. We help students learn and grow through classroom time focused on literacy and math instruction, project-based learning, field trips, swim instruction, enrichments, social-emotional learning, and community building. Horizons’ mission is to address education equity and the opportunity gap that some children face due to systemic barriers. Horizons works with students who qualify for free and reduced lunches. We provide a small group setting (15 students per class level). Our approach creates an environment that fosters a love of learning and the academic and social skills essential for students to thrive. Our program has a 75%+ student return rate & a 90% attendance rate. 

We are looking for dedicated, creative-thinking educators who seek a unique opportunity to teach in a relational environment where learning is fun. Each grade level centers on a learning theme. Teachers are provided with resources to help guide their summer but also have autonomy to build lessons to meet the needs of their students. Candidates must be data-driven, results-oriented, strong classroom managers, adaptable, collaborative, and willing to think outside of the box. Learn more about Horizons locally: www.horizonsindy.org. Learn more about Horizons nationally: www.horizonsnational.org 

Responsibilities: 

● Work with a lead teacher to implement engaging, project-based learning activities and lessons

● Assist lead teacher with oversight and supervision of the classroom 

● Build relationships with students through consistent communication and classroom management

● Actively engage students in the pool during free swim with support, motivation, and  supervision

● Help complete weekly family newsletter, end of summer progress report for each student (15 students/class), staff survey, and any additional documents that may arise 

● Attend the entirety of program and additional program events, including, required staff gathering, parent/student orientation sessions, staff orientation prior to program, and the mid-way retreat

Qualifications: 

We are seeking assistant teachers who are: 

● experienced in working with children. 

● flexible, team-oriented, and can maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced, demanding environment. 

● familiar with working with diverse groups of students and households experiencing poverty.

● fully available from June 4 - July 18, Monday through Friday from 7:45 am to 3:30 pm. 

● must pass a criminal background check. 

How to Apply:

Please email cover letter, resume, and list of two references to AmySue Bacon, 

Executive Director abacon@horizonsindy.org - phone 317-926-0425 ext. 110