Elementary Junior Teacher Jobs

Job Title: Middle School Language Arts Teacher Company: Location: Greenwood Village, CO Description: December, 2009 start date! The Middle School Language Arts Teacher instructs in the categories of literature, writing and public speaking for our 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grade classes. There is one class per grade and the class size is approximately 15 students. Teacher will also supervise a study hall and teach an elective 2-3 times per week. Teacher will serve as an advisor for the 8th grade level class. Aspen Academy is a private school that is committed to providing an intentionally diverse student body an outstanding liberal arts education. We provide the opportunity for advanced performance through individualized education, leadership, character development, and service learning. We are searching for qualified teachers who are committed to improving the minds and lives of students in and out of school. Primary responsibilities include: · Implementation of Aspen Academy’s curriculum - Teach assigned classes in the specified subject area and elective courses - Exhibit mastery and enthusiasm for the assigned academic subjects and classes - Plan and implement an appropriately focused and balanced curriculum for each student that adheres to the school's curriculum and standards - Prepare and develop activities, materials and lessons to meet the learning objectives of the curriculum and standards - Develop and maintain a well-managed classroom where students are engaged, consistently challenged, and supported - Engage families in their children's education - Communicate regularly and effectively with students and families - Implement a variety of assessments that measure progress towards academic standards - Use assessment data to refine curriculum and instructional practices to help meet the school's performance standards and expectations - Provide a written Personal Instruction Plan in the fall trimester, report cards three times a year, and maintain a student portfolio for each child - Prepare students for testing and implement the school’s internal and external assessment program - Reinforce the school’s core values and policies inside and outside the classroom - Share responsibilities for participating, organizing, and directing morning meetings, assemblies, student events, and school events - Plan, prepare and lead an enrichment activity throughout the school - Offer at least one parent education seminar in an area of your expertise - Participate in the school’s professional development programs which will include faculty portfolio development, peer coaching, and attending conferences and workshops

Job Title: Middle School Teachers Needed for SY 2010-11 Company: Friendship Public Charter School Location: Washington, DC Description: Friendship Public Charter School, a world-class public charter school serving over 4,000 students in grades Pre-K through 12 seeks dynamic educators who are ready to make an impact on the lives of students that will reach far beyond classroom walls! Friendship’s Mission: To prepare students to become ethical, well-rounded and self sufficient citizens by providing a world-class education that motivates students to reach high academic standards, enjoy learning, achieve success, and contribute actively to their communities. Requirements: Ability to develop interim assessments, analyze student data collected from interim assessments, and adjust teaching practices to ensure student understanding Ability to build rubrics to demonstrate how student work reflects mastery of standards. Demonstrated ability to articulate the criteria for exemplary student work Qualifications: BA or MA/MS degree in content area (i.e., mathematics, chemistry, literature, history, etc.) Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 Successful completion of PRAXIS II for the content area 2 years teaching experience Please click here to apply for position online.

Job Title: Middle School Math Teacher Company: Pine Crest School Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL Description: Employer Information About Pine Crest School View all our jobs

Job Title: Middle School Teacher Needed for Small Alternative School- Company: Location: Philadelphia, PA Description: Middle school teacher needed from mid-March until the end of the current school year. Possibility of renewed contract for the 2010-11 school year. The assignment is a small alternative school in Chester, PA. Candidate should have experience with middle school level students, preferably in an alternative setting. Candidate must be able to pass criminal background check. Target start date is March 15. Please reply with resume.

Job Title: Middle School Science Teacher Company: TEAM Schools, A Network of KIPP Schools (Newark, NJ) Location: Newark, NJ Description: Working at TEAM Schools is about being student-focused. It's about teamwork. It's about having fun, and having the freedom to teach in ways that are most successful for your students. It’s also about making an impact in a city that is experiencing a Renaissance and on the verge of revolutionizing how America views education in urban communities. TEAM Schools is a network of KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) schools in Newark, NJ. As one of KIPP's four key areas of expansion, we believe we are in a highly unique position to affect a tipping point in reversing the achievement gap. Because Newark is large enough to be significant in conversations across the country, small enough for just a few schools to quickly reach a high percentage of students, and culturally ready to invest in meaningful educational reform, we are primed to take advantage of this exceptional opportunity. Already operating four campuses in the city and serving over 1,000 students, within the next three years we will grow to serve 5% of the Newark population and hope to expand even further in the future. TEAM Schools is always looking for talented teachers with at least 2 years of experience. Additionally, these teachers should have a clear record of achieving significant gains with their students. A TEAM Schools teacher must have a strong belief that they can help close the achievement gap. Teachers are required to: • Believe deeply in the mission and values of TEAM and subscribe to KIPP's Five Pillars • Hold high expectations for each student • Possess a strong knowledge of content area • Demonstrate strong pedagogy • Implement the school-wide student management policies within classrooms and everywhere on campus • Exhibit positive rapport with students • Create and foster a positive learning environment • Establish and maintain strong communication lines with all parents • Be available for Open Houses, Parent-Teacher Conferences and other events involving parents • Assist in development of curriculum standards and mapping • Serve on school committees as needed • Perform clerical duties, as required, relating to textbooks, instructional supplies, student reports and records, attendance reports, etc. • Remain on call in the evenings (via school cell phone) to provide student support Qualifications: Must have a minimum of 2 years teaching experience Must be able to pass a criminal background check. Must have a desire to be a part of a fun, team-oriented, mission-driven school Must have a strong work ethic, and a sense of humor

Job Title: Montessori, Middle School Teacher Company: Location: Riverside, CA Description: Summary of the Job: The River Springs Academy classroom teacher will meet all qualifications and behavior standards as set by River Springs Charter School. In accordance with the performance expectations of River Springs, all classroom teachers shall meet the following employment criteria: A valid California Teaching Credential. A valid Montessori Certificate or willingness to complete Montessori Training. Knowledge of Montessori philosophy and methodology. Demonstrated expertise to competently perform the functions of the job. Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance (student teaching experience or status as an intern). Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education. Demonstrated ability to serve as a positive role model for youth. Regular attendance and punctuality is essential.

Job Title: Middle School Teacher Company: Esperanza Preparatory Academy Location: New York, NY Description: SCHOOL NAME: Esperanza Preparatory Academy Districti: 4 School Site: Tito Puente Education Complex                         240 East 109 Street                         Manhattan, New York 10029 Send Cover Letter and resume to: Register to View Deadline to apply: April 23, 2010   POSITIONS: Subject to sufficient budget, positions in the school may include, but not be limited to, the following licenses: Mathematics, Science, English, History/Social Studies, Spanish, ESL, Native Language Arts and Special Education Preferred with Bilingual Extension   EPA’s Mission Esperanza Preparatory Academy, a 6-8 college preparatory school, develops leaders who respect themselves, their community, and others. Our leaders master academic, social, and communication skills to succeed in college and become active citizens in society.   EPA Job Description EPA is a small school opening with a 6th grade in 2008 as a part of the New York City Department of Education Small Schools Initiative. The EPA community is committed to provide students with quality instruction; therefore, we seek hard working, dedicated individuals who know that every student will become smart through effective effort. Our community works collaboratively to make decisions that benefit the learning experience of our students; therefore we give preference to individuals who work well in groups/teams. Moreover, prospective candidates must be aligned with our mission and possess strong content knowledge in their licensed area, speak and write well in Spanish and English, and demonstrate an understanding of utilizing data to improve instruction.   ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: New York City certification with satisfactory ratings   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Roles in small schools are varied and complex and serious consideration will be given to applicants who demonstrate through their resume and cover letter experience and/or willingness to become involved in these essential aspects:   ·    Availability for summer planning and curriculum work. Advance notice of the dates will be supplied, and those who attend will be compensated according to the terms of the UFT contract. Participation in the activities is voluntary, but strongly encouraged, as the activities are very important for the development of the school. ·    Availability to participate in after school/Saturday tutoring programs. Sufficient advance notice and compensation will be provided. Advance notice of the dates will be supplied, and those who attend will be compensated according to the terms of the UFT contract. Participation in the activities is voluntary, but strongly encouraged, as the activities are very important for the development of the school. ·    Ability to work in teams and collaborate and support school wide initiatives to support student engagement and learning ·    Serve as an advisor to a group of 15 students on a daily basis building a one-on-one mentoring relationship with each advisee and serving as their parent/guardian’s primary point of contact and advocate within our school. For an understanding of advisory structures see the “Partners in Learning” by Carol Miller Lieber. ·    Availability and willingness to develop, lead, and recruit students for extracurricular activities such as clubs, sports, and teams. Advance notice of the dates will be supplied, and those who attend will be compensated according to the terms of the UFT contract.  Teacher participation in the activities is voluntary, but strongly encouraged, as the activities are very important for the development of the school ·    Availability to participate in regular faculty development, reflective practice, professional organizations, and peer coaching ·    Active participation in the data analysis and supervision of instruction cycle established by the principal with the end goal of improving instruction to improve student achievement at the forefront of all conversation ·    Ability or willingness to take on other duties (i.e. creating curriculum, writing and implementing school policy, being an active part of the school decision making process, participating in student recruitment, IEP writing, etc.) ·    Consults and collaborates effectively with parents and fellow educators   ·    Attendance at all parent/guardian-oriented events such as Curriculum Night Advance notice of the dates will be supplied, and those who attend will be compensated according to the terms of the UFT contract. Participation in the activities is voluntary, but strongly encouraged, as the activities are very important for the development of the school.   SELECTION CRITERIA: The successful candidate will demonstrate: ·    Willingness to learn and grow ·    Demonstrated ability or willingness to learn how to develop interim assessments, analyze student data collected from interim assessments, and adjust teaching practices to ensure student understanding Demonstrated ability to formulate higher-order, open-ended questions to lead students in scholarly conversation ·    Demonstrated ability to articulate the criteria for exemplary student work    ·    Demonstrated ability to help students overcome conceptual difficulties in a specific content area ·    Demonstrated evidence of a strong work ethic ·    Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with colleagues, parents, students, and the community ·    Demonstrated evidence of intellectual pursuits and a demonstrated commitment to stimulating the intellectual curiosity of students ·    Demonstrated evidence of leading peers or adults and the ability to articulate the lessons learned from the experience ·    Demonstrated experience or willingness to participate in teacher-led study groups and teacher led professional development ·    Demonstrated commitment or willingness to continuous professional growth (i.e. professional development, formal education, outside reading) ·    Demonstrated evidence of excellent classroom management skills ·    Demonstrated experience or willingness to write and implement new curricula ·    Demonstrated experience or willingness to learn how to effectively use technology in the classroom to improve student learning ·    Demonstrated experience or willingness to incorporate writing instruction into his/her subject area ·    Demonstrated experience or willingness to participate in the multi-faceted activities of a small school community outside of classroom teaching responsibilities      In addition to interview, teacher candidates must present a teaching portfolio which may include a resume, evidence of philosophy of education, evidence of curriculum planning such as course outline and lesson plans, and any teaching artifacts collected throughout their teaching career. Teaching artifacts may include student work, images of student work and presentations, and curriculum development examples. Applicants must provide three professional references. Candidates will also have to participate in at least one model lesson.     WORK SCHEDULE AND SALARY: As per Collective Bargaining Agreement

Job Title: Middle School Science Teacher Company: The Winsor School Location: Boston, MA Description: Employer Information About The Winsor School View all our jobs Job The Winsor School is an independent girls' school for academically promising and motivated students in grades five through twelve. The school is currently seeking two full time middle school teachers starting in the fall of 2009. The position involves teaching four sections of middle school science in two or three of the following subject areas, depending on the candidate’s interest and area of expertise: 6th grade human biology, 7th grade earth science or 8th grade physical science. Strong candidates will have a degree in science and a specific interest in teaching the middle school age group. A commitment to diversity work, an understanding of the importance of teacher engagement in community life, and an interest in using a variety of pedagogical approaches in the classroom are essential. The ability to use technology effectively in the teaching and learning process is strongly encouraged. Please send a letter of interest, resume, recommendations, and references to: Lauren Conway-Russell, Asst. to Head of Upper School, The Winsor School, Pilgrim Road, Boston, MA 02215 or email: lconway- Register to View

Job Title: $125,000 Salary for Master Middle School Teachers Company: Location: New York City, NY Description: Earn a $125,000 salary and join a team of master teachers at The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School, recently featured on the front page of the New York Times: (http://www.tepcharter.org/nytimes.php). TEP is a new 480-student 5th through 8th grade middle school in the Washington Heights neighborhood of New York City. Applications are currently being accepted for teaching positions in Math, Science, English, Social Studies, Music, Latin, PE/Health Education, and Special Education. Learn more and apply today at http://www.tepcharter.org/apply.php About TEP Charter School TEP aims to put into practice the central conclusion of a large body of research related to student achievement: teacher quality is the most important school-based factor in the academic success of students, particularly those from low-income families. In singling out teacher quality as the essential lever in educational reform, TEP is uniquely focused on attracting and retaining master teachers. To do so, TEP uses a three-pronged strategy that it terms the 3 R?s: Rigorous Qualifications, Redefined Expectations, & Revolutionary Compensation. For more information, visit us online at http://www.tepcharter.org

Job Title: MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER Company: Location: Dearborn Heights, MI Description: CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS: ? Must possess a Bachelor?s Degree in the study of Education ? Must be a MI Certified Teacher with Science Endorsement either 6-8 or 6-12 ? Thorough knowledge of Michigan Core Curriculum ? Excellent verbal and written communication skills. ? Ability to work well in culturally diverse setting. ? Considerable knowledge of the personal computer and related soft ware ? Ability to work independently and within a team environment. Responsibilities: ? Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of supervisor(s). ? Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students. ? Prepares Lesson plans that are aligned with curriculum maps for the grade level/subject area, & include activities for differentiated instruction to meet the varied learning styles , abilities, and needs of students in a culturally sensitive environment ? Plans activities and projects that are relevant to students? needs as may be recommended by the ? Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Principal or Superintendent or her designee. CONTACT INFORMATION: Interested applicants may contact the Human Resources office, via email at Register to View fax to Register to View , or mail to HES, Inc., PO Box 1440, Dearborn, MI 48121.