Lower School Teacher; K-4th Grade

Description

Reports to:

Mrs. Kate Remillard, Director of Lower School

Full time | 10-month | Exempt

St. George’s Episcopal School is searching for an experienced, enthusiastic and creative Lower School Teacher for the  school year. St. George’s is seeking candidates who demonstrate a growth mindset and possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Candidates who are organized, patient, flexible, warm, energetic and engaging are likely to be successful team members rge’s. rge’s, we believe in teaching the whole child, focusing on social and emotional development alongside a child’s academic progress.

We know that children learn best and will take the necessary risks in the learning process when they feel confident, comfortable and secure in their learning environment; therefore, we look to employ educators who value building relationships and teaching social and emotional skills in addition to providing excellent academic instruction.

Curricular and Teaching Responsibilities:

• Applies innovative and engaging teaching practices in a variety of subjects: language arts, mathematics, social studies and science
• Sets learning goals that are integrated within a child-centered curriculum for each child
• Uses authentic, data-driven assessment practices to inform and guide instruction
• Differentiates learning material to challenge and support students during whole-group and small-group instruction
• Understands and applies the latest theories and practices in education and child development
• Partners with the grade-level team and our Lead Project Coach to implement student-centered learning experiences following the Project Approach methodology
• Teaches a SPARK cluster each May to provide students with additional enrichment as part of our Talented and Gifted model
• Collaborates with the grade-level team and school leadership to develop robust curriculum maps, assessments, and lesson plans across subject areas
• Utilizes the classroom environment as an important teaching tool
• Integrates technology into the curriculum in a meaningful way

Grade-Level Responsibilities:

• Displays a warm and nurturing character that supports the applicant’s ability to connect with young children and their families
• Shows dedication to social, emotional and character development of each child; strength in implementing a Responsive Classroom approach is preferred
• Takes ownership to track homeroom students' well-being throughout the day and over time
• Works well in a teaching team; displays a positive attitude and eagerness to work collaboratively with colleagues in developing curriculum and planning for instruction
• Partners with the grade-level team to plan and execute grade-level events throughout the year, including Lower School Curriculum Night, the grade level's end-of-year assembly, field trips, class parties, etc.

Communication and Collaboration Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with teammates regarding students’ strengths, areas of growth and strategies implemented to ensure a cohesive educational experience for each student
• Engages in daily communication with parents and colleagues in a manner that is professional, detailed and timely; establishes a team approach with the child's family
• Documents and communicates students' academic and social-emotional development
• Writes report cards and leads parent/teacher conferences for small group and homeroom students to document and communicate progress
• Shows a desire to respond to and initiate the solving of problems through clear and open conversation.
• Accepts feedback openly and is comfortable taking risks
• Displays interest in pursuing professional development opportunities and is dedicated to professional growth

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education or equivalent certification required; master’s degree preferred
• 2+ years of teaching experience
• Experience in special education, reading/math interventions and/or differentiation for gifted students preferred
• Possesses knowledge of or willingness to learn St. George's curriculum programs and approaches:
  • Singapore Math…