Employment at Rainbow Community School

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Rainbow Community School

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Rainbow Community School is always interested in meeting qualified professionals who would like to join our community.

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Why Choose Us

Welcoming Community

One of the first things you’ll notice about working here is how close-knit and kind our community really is.

Incredible Talent

Rainbow believes in hiring faculty and staff that shine in their field. Most teachers hold a master’s degree.

40+ Years and Counting

Our school has been open since 1978. We have a rich history of providing holistic education.

Learning & Collaboration

At Rainbow, you have the freedom to explore lessons in-depth. We provide ample opportunities for collaboration and continued learning.

Whole Child Teaching

We teach to the Seven Domains and believe in giving students the freedom to be who they are while we meet them where they are.

The Heart of West Asheville

Our school is located in the beautiful community of West Asheville, with plenty of cultural and creative venues.

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Current Openings

Elementary Grade Assistant Teacher

Our educational curricula include student-centered projects, nature awareness, service learning and more.  We are unique with our Seven Domains model. We teach using the natural, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, physical and creative domains.

Rainbow Community School Assistant Teachers are responsible for assisting the Lead Teacher in implementing engaging and multisensory learning experiences for the students in the classroom community.  The Assistant Teacher works closely with the Lead Teacher to create a nurturing support system, aimed at providing each child with the greatest opportunity for physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth.  In addition, they bring in best practices from a variety of approaches to create our holistic model.  The Assistant Teacher will also step in for the Lead Teacher whenever the Lead Teacher is not present with the class.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Help to execute activities and practices that promote the RCS Seven Domain Model 
  • Help to tailor classroom activities to the developmental needs of each child
  • Foster strong classroom community by helping children develop conflict resolution skills
  • Teach students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one
  • Use curriculum programs such as Fundations and Singapore Math
  • Maintain the classroom environment to provide safe and engaging learning opportunities
  • Discuss student’s progress with Lead Teacher, families, counselors, and administrators
  • Provide constant supervision of the students; take care of their health & safety needs
  • Engage in positive, developmentally appropriate interactions with children while implementing Positive Discipline, Transformative Justice, and Decolonized curriculum 
  • Implement classroom schedules and lesson plans as directed by Lead Teacher
  • Assist in documentation of individual children’s progress
  • Develop relationships with and serve as point of contact for families to provide information and relevant resources
  • Participate in RCS faculty meetings, and Assistant Teacher circle meetings
  • Attend any required in-service trainings on an annual basis

Requirements and Qualifications

  • Associates or Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education or related field
  • Minimum of 1-year experience teaching in school setting or with children
  • A passion for working with youth in the education field.
  • Clear, consistent and respectful communicator
  • Attentive listener
  • Commitment to personal and professional growth
  • Excellent collaborator
  • Upstanding ethics and integrity
  • Pass state-enforced background check

    Compensation: 

    Salary: $28,155, plus a $3,900 stipend.  After one year of employment, an additional 2% is added annual to a 403(b) retirement fund. Tuition remission for children: 50% discount for 1st child, 25% for 2nd child.

    RCS is an Affirmative Action school, EOE, Rainbow Community School is a nonprofit institution that does not discriminate in admissions or hiring practices. We welcome students and staff of any race, creed, ethnic origin, or lifestyle.

    Please send a cover letter and resume to 

    Susie Fahrer
    Executive Director
    Rainbow Community School
    susie.fahrer@rainbowlearning.org

    Substitute Teachers

    Rainbow Community School’s mission is to develop accomplished, confident, and creative learners who are prepared to be compassionate leaders in building a socially just, spiritually connected, and environmentally sustainable world.

    We are unique with our Seven Domains model. We teach using the natural, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, physical and creative domains.

    Rainbow Community School always seeks to build its pool of Substitute Teachers. If you are interested in doing so, please email us at info@rainbowlearning.org.

    Rainbow Community School is a nonprofit institution that does not discriminate in admissions or hiring practices. We welcome students and staff of any race, creed, ethnic origin, or lifestyle.

    Business Manager / Bookkeeper

    The Business Manager/Bookkeeper is responsible for overseeing the daily, monthly and annual financial data and compliance of the institution. They maintain accurate books on accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and daily financial entries and reconciliations. They perform daily accounting tasks such as monthly financial reporting, general ledger entries, and record payments and adjustments. This position also assists with Human Resource management and other administrative duties aligned with nonprofit management.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    • Maintains a complete and systematic set of records of all financial transactions of the school by establishing accounts, posting transactions, ensuring legal compliance and requirements.
    • Records detail of school financial transactions in appropriate detail in the general ledger system by establishing a chart of accounts, defining bookkeeping policies and procedures.
    • Prepares financial statement information for the Director and the Board. Prepare a variance to budget analysis.
    • Records all payments received appropriately in the general ledger system to show revenue per period. This includes engagement with Afterschool payment software, TADS billing software, credit card management, Paypal, Benevity etc.
    • Responsible for Payroll processing including payroll taxes.
    • Pays all bills in accordance and in line with the annual budget.
    • Maintain vendor information for 1099 purposes including payment records and W9.
    • Supports management and safeguarding of assets such as school vehicles, property insurance, monthly bills, annual rates, etc.
    • Human resources management such as retirement eligibility, unemployment claims, workers compensation, Health Insurance advisory,
    • Design and produce data reports for annual reporting purposes
    • Manages and monitors all bank accounts and funds.
    • Supports grant submissions and follow-up for Opportunity Scholarships, Title Funds, and other grant resources.
    • Supports legal compliance with nonprofit and school management
    • Maintains historical records by filing documentation.

    Requirements and Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
    • Previous bookkeeping experience
    • Proficient with Quickbooks online
    • Experience in nonprofits and schools a plus
    • A commitment to confidentiality and discretion
    • Clear, consistent and respectful communicator
    • Attentive listener
    • Commitment to personal and professional growth
    • Excellent collaborator
    • Upstanding ethics and integrity
    • Pass state-enforced background check

    Compensation:

    Salary: $25-28 per hour with flexible hours between 35-37 hours per week. An additional $3,900 stipend for health care. After one year of employment, an additional 2% retirement benefit is given. Tuition remission for children: 80% discount for 1st child, 50% for 2nd child.

    RCS is an Affirmative Action school, EOE, Rainbow Community School is a nonprofit institution that does not discriminate in admissions or hiring practices. We welcome students and staff of any race, creed, ethnic origin, or lifestyle.

    Please send a resume, cover letter, and references to:

    Susie Fahrer
    Executive Director
    Rainbow Community School
    susie.fahrer@rainbowlearning.org

    Office

    574 Haywood Road
    Asheville, NC 28786