K-8 Assistant Teacher

About Alectrix Preparatory

Alectrix Preparatory is a Cognia-accredited K–8 microschool in Lawrenceville, GA dedicated to individualized, mastery-based learning. We serve neurotypical students and students with mild processing challenges across three mixed-age bands (K–2, 3–5, and 6–8) with small group sizes, inquiry-driven instruction, and a deep commitment to meeting each learner where they are.

Our team is small, intentional, and passionate, and we're growing. We're looking for someone who wants to be part of building something meaningful from the ground up.

Position Summary

The K–8 Teacher Assistant supports Lead Teachers across all three of our mixed-age learning bands in delivering effective, inquiry-based learning experiences. This role rotates between groups as needed throughout the day, providing individualized attention, maintaining an organized and nurturing environment, and serving as a flexible, school-wide contributor.

As Alectrix Preparatory grows toward full capacity, we are committed to developing this person into a Lead Teacher. We're looking for someone who is ready to grow with us.

Key Responsibilities

• Help prepare daily materials and organize learning spaces across K–8 learning bands
• Rotate between the K–2, 3–5, and 6–8 groups as needed throughout the school day
• Work with small groups on targeted skills, projects, and inquiry activities
• Support individual students needing additional assistance or enrichment at any grade level
• Supervise students during lunch, outdoor time, and transitions
• Maintain classroom organization and a clean, welcoming environment
• Assist during field trips, special events, and school-wide activities
• Document and share observations of student behavior and learning progress with the Lead Teacher
• Cover the classroom independently when the Lead Teacher steps away
• Follow all safety, emergency, and school procedures consistently

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (any field; education, child development, or psychology preferred)
• 1+ years of experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting
• CPR/First Aid certified, or willing to complete training prior to start date
• Cleared background check and fingerprinting (required before hire)
• Patient, enthusiastic, and committed to working with diverse learners
• Ability to follow detailed instructional plans and collaborate closely with the Lead Teacher
• Basic computer skills for documentation and record-keeping

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a microschool, Montessori, or project-based learning environment
• Familiarity with mastery-based or mixed-age instructional models
• Interest in growing into a Lead Teacher role as enrollment expands

Compensation & Benefits

• Part-time: 6 hours per day, 180 school days per year
• Hourly rate: $17.00/hour
• 8 paid holidays:
  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • Presidents' Day
  • Labor Day
  • Columbus Day
  • Veterans Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day
• Access to professional development opportunities
• Pathway to a full-time Lead Teacher position as enrollment grows