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Providence Academy seeks an experienced and faith-filled candidate to join our Lower School team. The Assistant Director of the Lower School works closely with the Lower School Director to support teachers and students to ensure the best possible learning experience. At Providence Academy, you will find an excellent and positive work environment, including a supportive, faith-filled, and professional team of colleagues. Providence Academy offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary. Key Responsibilities ? Build positive relationships with teachers, students, and families ? Oversee the creation of the Lower School main schedule and individual teacher schedules ? Schedule and supervise Lower School teacher assistants ? Direct after school extended day program ? Schedule supervision for before and after school care (Little Pals/Kidventures programs) ? Help develop and implement school-wide behavior expectations ? Maintain student discipline in alignment with the school?s mission, often working closely with the teacher and director to support students who may be struggling ? Support teachers with classroom management strategies and behavioral interventions ? Communicate with families regarding behavioral concerns and interventions ? Provide support and mentorship to new faculty members ? Contribute to the Student Support Team, which reviews student needs and tracks progress ? Daily teaching component ? Assist with curriculum reviews and new initiative implementation ? Provide opportunities for teachers/staff to receive necessary technology information/training ? Support teachers/staff with technology usage ? Ensure that teachers/staff have the tools they need to be successful in their work ? Assist in determining and executing opportunities for professional development Qualifications ? Committed, practicing Catholic, enthusiastic about living, modeling and teaching the Catholic faith ? Bachelor?s degree required; Master?s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or related field preferred ? Experience teaching in an elementary school setting ? Strong knowledge of student behavior management that honors the importance of relationships ? Excellent communication, leadership, curriculum, and conflict-resolution skills ? Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and staff Starting Salary Range : $60,000-80,000 - commensurate with qualifications and experience Please send a cover letter and resume to: Amanda.Gregory@providenceacademy.org Providence Academy 15100 Schmidt Lake Road Plymouth, MN 55446