23-24 Lower School Teacher at Chartwell School

Job Summary

Job Summary

Lower School Teachers Full-Time/Exempt Begins August 1, 2023 - June 7, 2024 Chartwell School is seeking two or more lower school teachers to join our team for the 2022-23 school year. Chartwell is currently open for on-campus learning on our beautiful 60-acre campus in Seaside, CA. One position will serve a multi-aged group of students in grades 3-4 and another group in grades 5-6. We are an independent school on the Monterey Peninsula in coastal California, approximately 100 miles south of San Francisco. Chartwell serves students in grades 1-12, who have been identified as having dyslexia or related language-based learning differences. Class sizes are small and teachers individualize instruction while teaching to small groups. The successful candidate is responsible for understanding student learning profiles and scaffolding language arts, humanities, and/or math instruction to bring students toward grade level in specific academic skills. Chartwell offers a unique professional growth opportunity for teachers who want to grow their practice toward including a deep understanding of cognitive learning profiles and brain-based educational practices. Professional development is strongly supported by the school, as our culture values continuous learning and innovation of instructional practice to meet the unique needs of cognitively diverse learners. Most importantly, we seek teachers who intuit that the central aspect of teaching is creating trusting and respectful relationships with all students. Core competencies: Team player/collaborative, continuous learner/growth mindset, innovative thinker, problem-solver, takes initiative, belief in the ability of all students to achieve, commitment, ability to scaffold and differentiate instruction, ability to establish rapport and build strong relationships with students. Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience; medical benefits are included. Bachelors degree required; candid

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