K-2 Lower School Classroom Teacher 2023-2024 at The Presentation School
Job Summary
Job Summary
Job Description: The Presentation School, in the heart of beautiful Sonoma, CA, is in search of an enthusiastic life-long learner to fulfill the position of full-time K-2 teacher. Honored with the task of educating young people, the ideal candidate will become an enthusiastic supporter of the school’s values and mission. The ideal candidate is inclusive to all and will support the continued growth of a positive and strong community spirit. Overview of TPS Lower School (K-4): The Primary Grades (Lower School) at Presentation are child-centered and developmentally appropriate. It is in these grades that we lay down the foundation for the student’s future school life. Our teachers carefully guide the K - 4th grade child, instilling in them a love of learning, confidence in their own voice and respect for others. We value a young child’s natural desire to learn through exploration, creation, and self-expression. Beginning in Kindergarten students learn what it means to be a Presentation student, which to us means students who embody the ability to Love, Learn, and Lead. Even the youngest child can see their calling to love others, learn about the world around them, and how they can be a leader today and for the future! Main Responsibilities: Support the school’s educational mission by challenging, engaging, and nurturing students Establish and enforce expectations for behavior and procedures for maintaining classroom management among the students for whom responsible Support the social and emotional development of students Create an environment that is student centered, differentiated, and fosters open discussion with the freedom to express varied points of view Establish clear objectives for all lessons and units following curriculum guidelines and school benchmarks Assign grade level classwork and homework Prepare materials and classroom for class activities Engage and support students of varied identities, lifestyles, and beliefs Communicate
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The ideal candidate will be a credentialed teacher seeking a position at a dynamic, faith-based, private independent K-8 school. Our mission statement calls us to be academically rigorous while embracing the uniqueness of each child through integrated curriculum, high expectations, and STEAM focus.
All Presentation School teachers promote literacy across disciplines and collaborate to build and implement brain based 21st century teaching units. As a small school, we work together to meet the needs of every child as he or she develops spiritually, academically, socially and physically.
Responsibilities:
- Adapt, create, implement, and differentiate a curriculum to meet individual needs *Instruction to include math, language arts, social studies, and faith
- *In lower school students will also teach science
- Candidates will demonstrate professionalism, dedication, and a strong work ethic
- Work collaboratively within divisions
- Implement newly adopted benchmarks
- Ability to utilize technology – Google Classroom a plus!
- Strong positive classroom management
- Willingness to participate in overnight field trips
- Love students of all ages
- Excellent verbal and written communication with students, parents, and colleagues
Duties Include various activities in addition to teaching :
- Participation in and support of grade-level activities
- Provide extra help to students who need it
- Concern for the appearance of the classroom and of the grounds
- Flexibility and cooperation in furthering academic or extra-curricular programs
- Attendance at school activities, such as plays, concerts, athletic events, etc., is very strongly encouraged
- Regular attendance at faculty meetings and open houses is expected and required
Qualifications:
- California Single or Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
- Bachelor's degree
- Proficiency with technology
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree
- 3 Years Experience
The Presentation School is located 45 miles north of San Francisco, nestled in the beautiful Sonoma Valley; heart of the wine country. Our campus is housed on 4.5 rural acres, complete with school garden, minutes from the historic plaza.
Requirements / Qualifications
Main Responsibilities: Support the school’s educational mission by challenging, engaging, and nurturing students Establish and enforce expectations for behavior and procedures for maintaining classroom management among the students for whom responsible Support the social and emotional development of students Create an environment that is student centered, differentiated, and fosters open discussion with the freedom to express varied points of view Establish clear objectives for all lessons and units following curriculum guidelines and school benchmarks Assign grade level classwork and homework Prepare materials and classroom for class activities Engage and support students of varied identities, lifestyles, and beliefs Communicate effectively with students, parents and colleagues Maintain regular communication of classroom learning through weekly digital newsletters Collaborate with specialist teachers regarding individual behavioral and learning needs for specific students Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws and school policies including two narrative reports annually and semester report cards Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health Assess students regularly through unit assessments, reading assessments, projects, and class work Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs.
Requirements: Cleared Background check, required COVID-19 vaccine plus booster, TB Test, and First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to receive First Aid training. Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience ranging from $60,000-$74,000. Inquiries: If you would like to submit your application for consideration, please submit the following in one email (or ideally one pdf): Cover letter. Resume. Two recent letters of recommendation or a list of three references Professional verification documents (such as copies of undergraduate/graduate diplomas or transcripts, teaching certificates etc.). A sample lesson plan. Submit your application materials to Jacqueline Gallo, Head of School, jgallo@presentationschool.com
Requirements / Qualifications
Main Responsibilities: Support the school’s educational mission by challenging, engaging, and nurturing students Establish and enforce expectations for behavior and procedures for maintaining classroom management among the students for whom responsible Support the social and emotional development of students Create an environment that is student centered, differentiated, and fosters open discussion with the freedom to express varied points of view Establish clear objectives for all lessons and units following curriculum guidelines and school benchmarks Assign grade level classwork and homework Prepare materials and classroom for class activities Engage and support students of varied identities, lifestyles, and beliefs Communicate effectively with students, parents and colleagues Maintain regular communication of classroom learning through weekly digital newsletters Collaborate with specialist teachers regarding individual behavioral and learning needs for specific students Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws and school policies including two narrative reports annually and semester report cards Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health Assess students regularly through unit assessments, reading assessments, projects, and class work Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs.
Requirements: Cleared Background check, required COVID-19 vaccine plus booster, TB Test, and First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to receive First Aid training. Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience ranging from $60,000-$74,000. Inquiries: If you would like to submit your application for consideration, please submit the following in one email (or ideally one pdf): Cover letter. Resume. Two recent letters of recommendation or a list of three references Professional verification documents (such as copies of undergraduate/graduate diplomas or transcripts, teaching certificates etc.). A sample lesson plan. Submit your application materials to Jacqueline Gallo, Head of School, jgallo@presentationschool.com
Comments and Other Information
COVID:
We take risk mitigation seriously at The Presentation School. We are determined to provide a risk mitigated and campus appropriate plan which is guided by peer-reviewed scientific data, national, state, and local guidelines, and community input. The Presentation School is authorized by the state to be open for K-8 students. This position requires on campus, in person work; remote work is not available.
Comments and Other Information
COVID:
We take risk mitigation seriously at The Presentation School. We are determined to provide a risk mitigated and campus appropriate plan which is guided by peer-reviewed scientific data, national, state, and local guidelines, and community input. The Presentation School is authorized by the state to be open for K-8 students. This position requires on campus, in person work; remote work is not available.
Application Deadline
6/4/2023 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/18/2023
Contact
Jacqueline Gallo
707-935-0122 209
707-935-0122 209
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Competitive
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time