An Apprentice Teacher will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced teachers and gain valuable hands-on experience in a classroom setting. As an Apprentice Teacher, you will play a vital role in supporting the learning and development of students while collaborating with the teaching staff to create a positive and engaging educational environment. 

This position is for candidates pursing a degree in education.  

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent; enroll concurrently in a KSBE approved Teacher Preparation Program at Kansas University/College

Special Knowledge/Skills: Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to work with a diverse population

Experience: not required

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Classroom Support: Assist the lead teacher in preparing and organizing instructional materials, classroom setup, and maintaining a conducive learning environment.
• Student Support: Monitor student behavior and ensure a safe and respectful classroom atmosphere. Support students during classroom activities, transitions, and independent work.
• Instructional Assistance: Collaborate with the lead teacher to deliver lessons and activities designed to meet the educational objectives of the curriculum. Provide one-on-one or small-group support to students as needed.
• Grading and Assessment: Assist in grading assignments, exams, and projects according to established guidelines. Provide constructive feedback to students to support their academic growth.
• Lesson Planning: Collaborate with the lead teacher to develop and implement lesson plans, ensuring alignment with the curriculum goals and individual student needs.
• Classroom Management: Support the lead teacher in maintaining discipline and managing classroom routines and procedures. Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student engagement and participation.
• Professional Development: Actively participate in professional development opportunities, workshops, and training sessions to enhance teaching skills and stay updated with current educational practices.
• Communication: Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and other staff members. Provide feedback to the lead teacher on student progress, challenges, and achievements.
• Administrative Tasks: Assist with administrative tasks such as attendance recording, record-keeping, and organizing student portfolios.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and phone, standard classroom technology including computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged standing, frequent walking, pushing/pulling, occasional kneeling/squatting, occasional bending/stooping

Motion: Frequent keyboarding and use of mouse, occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds), occasional lifting of heavy objects

Environment: Primarily indoors; some outdoor student supervision

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress, 

solve problems, Make decisions

Attendance: Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance/punctuality as required by the Board of Education policies and regulations.

Clearances: Background check, drug screen, TB test