6th Grade Homeroom, Math, and Literature Teacher at Carden Hall School
Job Summary
Job Summary
Carden Hall is seeking a 6th grade homeroom/math/lit teacher. This educator will have excellent communication and class management skills, preferably with experience in 6th grade. The candidate must be able and willing to collaborate with others as part of the 6th grade team. The position includes teaching 3 sections of Math and 1 section of Lit/Comp. The 6th grade curriculum also integrates character development and conflict resolution. This is a full-time position. Carden Hall employees enjoy a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match. We offer a competitive salary as a private school, based on experience and education level. Founded in 1963, Carden Hall is a learner-centered, independent, private co-educational elementary day school (Pre-K through 8th grade) that emphasizes the development of the whole child through meaningful learning anchored in timeless truths and treasured values. Carden Hall is committed to character development, social emotional literacy, and the highest standards of academic excellence, and strives to be a place where learners flourish as they discover their unlimited potential for an honorable and courageous life of purpose, service, and leadership. Carden Hall teachers demonstrate an understanding of the curriculum, subject content, and the developmental needs of students by providing relevant learning experiences. Carden Hall teachers use resources, routines, and procedures to provide a respectful, positive, safe, student-centered environment that is conducive to learning. Carden Hall teachers are responsible for working in conjunction with grade-level directors, mentors, and other grade-level teachers to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program for their subject content/matter and grade-level learning environment.
Requirements / Qualifications
* BS or BA from an accredited college and/or university * Teaching experience * Teaching Singapore Math experience preferred but not required
* Resume and cover letter * 2 letters of recommendation * Transcripts
Requirements / Qualifications
* BS or BA from an accredited college and/or university * Teaching experience * Teaching Singapore Math experience preferred but not required
* Resume and cover letter * 2 letters of recommendation * Transcripts
Comments and Other Information
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work in conjunction with Grade Level Directors, mentors, and other grade-level teachers to plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program for the subject matter and grade-level learning environment.
Uses resources, routines, and procedures to provide a respectful, positive, safe, student-centered environment that is conducive to learning. The teacher maintains a commitment to professional ethics, effective communication, and professional growth that results in enhanced student learning.
Uphold standards of student behavior, participation and conduct.
Develop flexible, effective teaching tools and methods to help students learn mathematics.
Create and assign learning projects, tests, quizzes, and homework for students, and assess student performance in a timely and accurate manner.
Creates and/or makes copies of instructional materials for classroom use for each student and provides students with one-on-one tutoring or additional academic support outside of normal classroom instructional periods as needed.
Act as a role model by making your students feel motivated while maintaining an approachable personality.
Regularly communicate with the Grade Level Director regarding student performance, track and record student progress, and keep records up to date for progress reports and report card conferences.
Review curriculum needs, execute plans for improvement, and provide tutoring and additional support.
Attend school events to better understand student interests and personalities outside of the regular classroom, build strong relationships with your students, and aid in the strengthening of their self-confidence while inspiring them to achieve high goals.
Attend staff development days to improve your skills and receive help and feedback from colleagues.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.
ABILITIES/SKILLS:
High emotional and cultural intelligence (self-awareness, self-regulation, intrinsic motivation, empathy, social skills)
Integrity, respect, and fairness for all
Strong team mentality
Compassionate, warm, and welcoming demeanor
Strong, clear, consistent, and respectful verbal and written communication skills
Efficiency with time management, ability to take on many tasks at once and prioritize them by importance and relevance
Strong problem-solving skills, even under pressure
Strong organizational skills
Effective classroom management skills and high expectations for students.
Experience with web programs/applications such as FACTS, or other database management/assignment-posting and grading systems; proficiency with Google applications––Docs, Calendar, Forms, Sheets, and Slides; MS Office applications––Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Passion for learning, creativity and being able to create a fun and engaging learning environment with a high level of patience and empathy
Comments and Other Information
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work in conjunction with Grade Level Directors, mentors, and other grade-level teachers to plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program for the subject matter and grade-level learning environment.
Uses resources, routines, and procedures to provide a respectful, positive, safe, student-centered environment that is conducive to learning. The teacher maintains a commitment to professional ethics, effective communication, and professional growth that results in enhanced student learning.
Uphold standards of student behavior, participation and conduct.
Develop flexible, effective teaching tools and methods to help students learn mathematics.
Create and assign learning projects, tests, quizzes, and homework for students, and assess student performance in a timely and accurate manner.
Creates and/or makes copies of instructional materials for classroom use for each student and provides students with one-on-one tutoring or additional academic support outside of normal classroom instructional periods as needed.
Act as a role model by making your students feel motivated while maintaining an approachable personality.
Regularly communicate with the Grade Level Director regarding student performance, track and record student progress, and keep records up to date for progress reports and report card conferences.
Review curriculum needs, execute plans for improvement, and provide tutoring and additional support.
Attend school events to better understand student interests and personalities outside of the regular classroom, build strong relationships with your students, and aid in the strengthening of their self-confidence while inspiring them to achieve high goals.
Attend staff development days to improve your skills and receive help and feedback from colleagues.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.
ABILITIES/SKILLS:
High emotional and cultural intelligence (self-awareness, self-regulation, intrinsic motivation, empathy, social skills)
Integrity, respect, and fairness for all
Strong team mentality
Compassionate, warm, and welcoming demeanor
Strong, clear, consistent, and respectful verbal and written communication skills
Efficiency with time management, ability to take on many tasks at once and prioritize them by importance and relevance
Strong problem-solving skills, even under pressure
Strong organizational skills
Effective classroom management skills and high expectations for students.
Experience with web programs/applications such as FACTS, or other database management/assignment-posting and grading systems; proficiency with Google applications––Docs, Calendar, Forms, Sheets, and Slides; MS Office applications––Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Passion for learning, creativity and being able to create a fun and engaging learning environment with a high level of patience and empathy