Position Summary
The four Early Learner teachers are a valuable part of the St. Paul’s faculty. Each teacher works closely with their team to ensure a quality program for students. This position is part-time; 27.5 hours per week.
Major tasks & duties
- Collaborate with team to effectively lead and manage the early learner classrooms.
- Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons and activities for students.
- Work closely with colleagues to assess students’ skills and provide differentiated instruction to meet the needs of both students who need enrichment and those who need support.
- Work individually with students, specialists as needed, parents, colleagues and administrators to develop and implement the best instructional approaches.
- Clearly and timely communicate with colleagues and parents both in writing and face to face as needed.
- Lead parent/teacher conferences and be available to meet with parents as needed.
- Teach chapel lessons and integrate the life skills into the curriculum. Be an active participant and role model during all chapels.
- Prepare and submit a weekly online post updating the community on what is taking place each week within your grade level.
- Complete grade cards and comments.
- Order and maintain appropriate supplies and materials and work within provided budget.
- Work collaboratively to achieve the mission of the school.
- Set an example of intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, life-skills, self-motivation and self-discipline.
- Model competence, personal responsibility and respect for others in every aspect of the job.
- Meet regular and predictable attendance requirements, including attending division and all school meetings, division and all school chapels, professional work days, and admissions related events.
- Act as an ambassador for the school by attending school-wide events and supporting the school community outside of the classroom whether it’s at special events, sporting events, or in other venues.
Minimum qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related field.
Incumbents must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Position Benefits
St. Paul’s offers a salary and benefits package that is highly competitive when compared with regional public, parochial, and independent schools. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, 80% tuition remission for faculty K-8 children (25% for early childhood), a generous 403(b) retirement plan, ongoing professional development opportunities, and free lunch.