FMG Teacher - Seasonal

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position will develop and implement a summer learning program for a specified group of students in TK-6th Grade. Along with the Instructional Coach, this position will also develop collaborative co-teaching strategies, utilize data driven and differentiated techniques, deliver lessons with high quality and rigorous curriculum, implement positive discipline strategies, engage in best practices to support achievement in under-resourced communities and build relationships with scholars, teaching staff, camp counselors and families.

• Implementing collaborative teaching strategies to a cluster of scholars.
• Delivering relevant, engaging, and rigorous lessons.
• Ensuring the academic and social development of scholars throughout the course of the program.
• Serving as a role model for the school site and community.
• Working with an Instructional Coach and Site Director to identify scholar needs and develop instructional plans and practices to best support scholars.
• Monitoring scholars’ educational and social progress and making necessary recommendations for adjustments.
• Implementing classroom and behavior management consistently to develop a safe and productive learning environment.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

• Credentialed elementary school teacher.
• Academic skills – proficiency in elementary math and literacy.
• Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback.
• Commitment to teamwork and collaboration with diverse populations.
• Desire to work with elementary scholars and their families in under-resourced communities.
• Outstanding verbal, written, and technological (computer/internet) skills.
• Ability to build relationships and influence scholars, staff, community members & families.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Committed to the goals of the program and approach.
• Love and respect for children.
• Evidence of efficacy and willingness to be a team player.
• Belief and commitment to the Y’s mission and values.
• Criminal records clearance.