Elementary School Teacher

Position

We are seeking a passionate, intelligent, and creative Elementary Teacher with exceptional skills in elementary school pedagogy and a deep understanding of the field's content knowledge. The candidate should be eager to grow professionally and participate in a collaborative atmosphere focused on continual improvement. The position requires a strong knowledge of child development, a passion for teaching, as well as fulfilling our school's mission and vision. Please note our faculty and student body are diverse, and being Greek Orthodox is NOT a requirement for this position.

Essential Duties

• Developing a positive, joyful and structured classroom environment that engages and motivates students to achieve their fullest potential
• Fostering relationships with students, families and faculty
• Assuming responsibility for the academic progress of students with a high sense of urgency and ownership towards quantifiable results
• Developing creative lessons that correlate with our curriculum, goals, and objectives
• Collaborating with colleagues in various capacities, including planning, evaluating student growth, mentoring, and peer observations
• Using assessments, classroom performance and other tools to accurately monitor student progress and drive instruction
• Participating in ongoing professional development to grow as an instructional leader
• Fulfilling the school’s mission to educate the whole child—mind, body, and spirit

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in relevant field is preferred
• Elementary School teaching experience
• Background check clearance
• Capacity to accurately reflect on one’s practice and engage in a professional community that strives for continued excellence
• Ability to establish and maintain productive, collaborative relationships with others.
• Understanding of child development and the role of Social/Emotional learning in building positive, educational environments.
• Empathy, organization, and compassion
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills
• An open mind and sense of humor

Details

• Salary $55,000 - $60,000
• Stipends up to $6,000 available
• Grade level is flexible
• Health Insurance, including vision and dental
• Maternity Leave
• Retirement Investment Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Full-time
• Begins August 22nd, 2024