What are the responsibilities and job description for the ELEMENTARY TEACHER- COMBINED 1ST/2ND CLASSROOM position at The Birches Academy of Academics and Art?
Grade 1/2 Classroom Teacher:
The Birches Academy is an STEAM and Arts Integrated Public Charter School located in Salem, NH. The mission of the Birches Academy is to provide excellence in core academics and STEAM while cultivating the individual qualities and strengths of each child.
The Grade 1/2 Classroom Teacher will teach a mixed grade classroom of 25 students in grades 1 & 2 and will have the support of a Teaching Assistant in the classroom. Math and Literacy will focus on 1st grade curriculum while another team teacher will address 2nd grade materials during specified periods of the day. The ideal candidate will have classroom experience and will be committed to project-based learning, technological learning and innovative approaches in education. The candidate must be a team player, dedicated to the success of the students and to the successful growth of the school. Please apply through SchoolSpring. Position starts in August 2023.
Responsibilities:
•Plan and implement a rigorous core academic program with a thematic approach to curriculum
•Work with colleagues to integrate STEAM into the core curriculum
•Commit to incorporate technology within lessons/projects
•Assess students using a variety of assessment tools (such as: rubrics portfolio and exhibitions)
•Provide emotionally and developmentally appropriate experience for students
•Facilitate the learning process of students by giving critical feedback in a timely manner
•Adjust instruction to engage and challenge learners, to encourage independent learning and to develop a lifelong love of learning in students
•Develop (with parents and students) and follow a Personal Learning Plan for each student
•Manage student learning and behavior
•Communicate effectively with parents and community
•Work as a professional member of a school-wide teaching team
•Work with administration to meet terms of the charter
Qualifications:
•Masters Degree (preferred)
•Current teacher certification (not required) , or significant teaching experience
The Birches Academy is an STEAM and Arts Integrated Public Charter School located in Salem, NH. The mission of the Birches Academy is to provide excellence in core academics and STEAM while cultivating the individual qualities and strengths of each child.
The Grade 1/2 Classroom Teacher will teach a mixed grade classroom of 25 students in grades 1 & 2 and will have the support of a Teaching Assistant in the classroom. Math and Literacy will focus on 1st grade curriculum while another team teacher will address 2nd grade materials during specified periods of the day. The ideal candidate will have classroom experience and will be committed to project-based learning, technological learning and innovative approaches in education. The candidate must be a team player, dedicated to the success of the students and to the successful growth of the school. Please apply through SchoolSpring. Position starts in August 2023.
Responsibilities:
•Plan and implement a rigorous core academic program with a thematic approach to curriculum
•Work with colleagues to integrate STEAM into the core curriculum
•Commit to incorporate technology within lessons/projects
•Assess students using a variety of assessment tools (such as: rubrics portfolio and exhibitions)
•Provide emotionally and developmentally appropriate experience for students
•Facilitate the learning process of students by giving critical feedback in a timely manner
•Adjust instruction to engage and challenge learners, to encourage independent learning and to develop a lifelong love of learning in students
•Develop (with parents and students) and follow a Personal Learning Plan for each student
•Manage student learning and behavior
•Communicate effectively with parents and community
•Work as a professional member of a school-wide teaching team
•Work with administration to meet terms of the charter
Qualifications:
•Masters Degree (preferred)
•Current teacher certification (not required) , or significant teaching experience
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