Upper Elementary Language Arts & Elementary Innovation Lab Instructor

Episcopal School of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL United States

Episcopal School of Jacksonville is seeking an innovative, enthusiastic, collegial, and versatile Upper Elementary Language Arts and Elementary Innovation Lab Instructor for the  school year. The position is structured with a primary emphasis on upper elementary Language Arts instruction (approximately 70% of the role), complemented by teaching in our Elementary Innovation Lab (approximately 30%). The most competitive candidates will have experience teaching elementary school and have a strong background in English Language Arts instruction, as well as Technology and STEAM instruction alongside a strong commitment to education and equal passion for their subject areas and their students.

As part of the collegial culture of our faculty, a willing investment in collaborative efforts, professional growth, and the broader life of the school are all expectations of work tribution to the broader school community and beyond the classroom environment, through such means as attendance at community events, and participation in off-campus and overnight trips is expected in this role.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary/Secondary Education, English, or an appropriate field of study from a four-year college or university, or post-graduate work in subject matter; an advanced degree is preferred.
• At least three years of teaching experience in an elementary school setting. An independent school setting is preferred. Experienced educators with a strong desire to teach in a learner-centered independent school will also be considered.
• Employee must pass a background check, fingerprinting,  , and complete the Safeguarding God’s Children class.

• Mastery of the content and skills central to the teaching of English Language Arts and Technology/STEAM.
• Passion for the teaching of English Language Arts and technology, and an enthusiasm for working with elementary aged students in a mission-centered learning environment.
• Commitment to learner-centered practices.
• Commitment to and engagement in collaborative work to achieve both department-specific and school-wide goals.
• Deep and thorough knowledge of the subject matter of courses taught and a growth mindset in seeking and taking advantage of opportunities for continued learning and professional growth in your field at Episcopal.
• Desire to contribute to our community beyond the classroom, including attendance at community events, and participation in off-campus and overnight trips.
• Evidence of building positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Proficiency in using learning technology, and in particular with the core Google Suite products
• Lifelong investment in learning and growth.
• Uphold and model the school’s mission, core values, and expectations to foster a healthy Lower School culture.

Episcopal does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability in its hiring and employment practices. The above information is not a completely comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.