Classroom teacher 1st and 2nd at Monterey Bay Charter School

About the Employer

Monterey Bay Charter School is a TK-8 public school serving the Monterey Peninsula. Committed to educating the whole child, the school endeavors to foster each child’s full potential. Founded in 1998, Monterey Bay Charter School is guided by the Core Principles for Public Waldorf Education and is a member of the Alliance for Public Waldorf Education.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Primary Function: Monterey Bay Charter School is a partnership of diverse and committed families and faculty providing a Waldorf-inspired K-8 public education that empowers children to discover their gifts and enjoy a full and enduring childhood. The Class Teacher provides a sound educational experience to all students, making knowledge accessible in academics, the arts, environmental studies and physical education. The Classroom Teacher engages children in a pleasant, creative, and constructive manner that inspires students to become lifelong learners. Essential Functions and Primary Responsibilities: Curriculum Planning Develops age-appropriate lesson plans Selects and uses effective developmentally appropriate instructional methods and materials Provides a balanced standards based curriculum at a pace suitable to the child’s age and development according to the principles of a Waldorf education through Main Lessons in accordance with state educational standards for language arts, math, science, social studies, form drawing, singing, and performing arts Complies with the curricular scope and sequence outlined for the grade level Instruction/Teaching Fosters students’ self-esteem, motivation and sense of civic responsibility Nurtures the healthy development of the child’s physical, social, and cognitive capacities Ensures that effective study & organizational habits are taught Provides individualized and small group instruction as needed Maintains a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning Prepares the class for festivals, class plays, & special events Collaborates with grade level teaching partners, education specialists, subject teachers, administrative and support staff Differentiates instruction and complies with student IEP and 504 plans Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve an optimal learning atmosphere in the classroom.

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