2024-2025 Teaching Fellow

Teaching Fellow
ZEST Preparatory Academy Charter School is a K-5 charter school in Douglasville, GA (Metro Atlanta area). Our missionis to provide an academically rigorous, supportive, and joyful learning environment to develop the leader inside every student for lifelong educational achievement and impactful community service.
We will accomplish our mission through an academically rigorous environment where students will master the core subjects, develop advanced academic skills, hone their leadership skills in and out of school, and demonstrate community service. Our staff hold an unwavering belief that all students deserve an excellent education and it’s our collective responsibility to prepare students to take a seat at the table, so they can emerge as the next generation of leaders. We also believe that it’s never too early to prepare students for college and career, so they have the opportunity to live choice filled lives.
OUR APPROACH
Our college preparatory model includes three key components beginning with an intentional focus on language and literacy development to increase critical thinking and reading proficiencies for all students. Second, a discovery-based learning approach where teachers encourage our students to take ownership of their learning by discovering new ideas and solutions to real world challenges. The third component, leadership, teaches essential habits of leadership so students can apply real world skills to their overall growth and development. ZEST Prep intentionally teaches leadership skills beginning in kindergarten.
JOB TITLE:
Teaching Fellow
CLASSIFICATION:
Instructional Support
POSITION SUMMARY
An integral part of our success will be the daily implementation of highly effective teaching and learning that allows students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
ZEST Preparatory Academy has a deep commitment to academic excellence and student development to ensure students master or exceed grade level content expectations. Our focus on literacy and leadership empowers students with the necessary skills to take advantage of opportunities that foster academic, cultural, and personal growth. At ZEST Prep, you'll work in a collaborative, safe, and joyful learning environment that focuses on doing what's best for kids.
JOB EXPECTATIONS
The Teaching Fellow is responsible for supporting learning in ZEST Preparatory Academy kindergarten classrooms.
Roles and Responsibilities
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT
Partner with the Lead Kindergarten Teacher to support classroom instruction in to ensure academic and social-emotional needs are met
Support small group instruction and assessment practices for a diverse group of students
Demonstrate the ability to embrace differentiated instructional approaches to learning
Engage in continuous professional development and shared learning with other professional staff
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
Build and maintain relationships with students
Demonstrate a sound ability to support a positive learning environment
Supervising students in and out of the classroom
Support student arrival, dismissal, lunch duty, and recess
ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT
Performing duties such as tracking student attendance, typing, filing, photocopying, and grading student work
Ensuring the upkeep of educational materials, equipment, and supplies
COMMUNITY COLLABORATION
Work collaboratively with a diverse group of school colleagues, parents, community members, and
Support Field Experiences and other school programs
Participate on a school-based committee
Attend school and community events
Ancillary Duties:
Include, but are not limited to:
Demonstrate positive support for the Board, administrative team, school staff, and the community
Attend after school activities
Required to have prompt, regular attendance and be available to work on-site
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership team
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
A high school diploma or GED is required.
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Willingness to obtain Georgia paraprofessional or teaching certification preferred
Experience:
Knowledge of Georgia Standards of Excellence
Demonstrated experience working with elementary aged students preferred
Charter school experience desirable
Requirements
Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed
Current authorization to work in the United States
Clear Criminal Background Check
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Competitive salary scale
Competitive benefits package including medical, dental insurance, vision insurance, and life insurance.
Contributions to the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) in accordance with Georgia state law, as well as an additional, optional 403(b) retirement account.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
ZEST Preparatory Academy is actively seeking to build a diverse and experienced team of leaders. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are an equal opportunity employer.