What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Teacher - Fifth Grade (2026-2027 School Year; Begins Late August 2026) position at Francis W. Parker School?
Assistant Teacher - Fifth Grade
(2026-2027 School Year; Begins Late August 2026)
Job Summary:
Assistant Teachers work collaboratively with the Classroom Teacher in all day-to-day aspects of classroom management: teaching, assisting students, grading papers, organizing classroom activities, clerical duties, attending parent conferences, etc. Additional involvement, such as parent communication, curricular planning, consulting with other faculty, or contributing to student evaluation and documentation, may occur if the Classroom Teacher welcomes such involvement or deems it appropriate.
Assistant Teachers for the coming school year (180 workdays) are scheduled to work at least 7.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Specific start and end time may vary, depending on grade level and assignment, beginning at or around 8:00 am and ending at or around 3:30 pm. Recess, lunch, and dismissal duties are as assigned.
Assistant Teachers have the opportunity to learn under the supervision and mentorship of an experienced lead teacher; the role is a one year commitment, and Assistants who wish to return for a second or third year are recommended by teachers and appointed by the Head of Lower or Intermediate School. In addition, Assistant Teachers participate in various professional development activities scheduled periodically throughout the school year during school hours.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in a related field required
- Ideal candidates are graduate students pursuing a Masters degree in Education, or recently certified teachers
- A commitment to further developing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging related skillset
- Enthusiastic desire and commitment to learn and improve professionally
Compensation:
Starting rate: $24/hour
Assistant Teacher employee agreements are written for 180 school days and paid September-June. Francis W. Parker School provides an excellent employee benefits program, including but not limited to: health and dental insurance, term and supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), commuter benefits, and 403b retirement plan. Information on Parkers comprehensive benefits package can be found here.
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter with a resume (no telephone inquiries please).
The faculty, staff and administration of Francis W. Parker School are integral parts of the School's community. Through their passion, dedication and commitment to the School's mission, they create and support an environment where exceptional child-centered learning can occur.
Francis W. Parker School is committed to cultivating a community of dedicated students, parents, faculty and staff, trustees, administrators and alumni, who acknowledge, respect, and esteem diversity in our school; and who reflect, through their presence, the diversity of Chicago communities and the wider world. Francis W. Parker School is an equal opportunity employer.