1st Grade Homeroom Teacher - Columbia, United States - Hammond School

Description

Job Description

Hammond Lower School seeks a dynamic and caring professional who is committed to teaching the whole child. We are looking for an experienced teacher who is intellectually curious and committed to student-centered learning . This full-time exempt position is a homeroom teaching position that includes teaching across the content areas, building a positive, joyful homeroom community, and maintaining strong communication with parents. Candidates of interest should be instructional leaders, well-organized, and able to communicate effectively with students, teachers, parents, and administrators. The ideal candidate will possess classroom experience at the elementary level (K-4th); however, candidates with related experiences, strong credentials, and outstanding references will be considered.

We look for teachers who are enthusiastic about current teaching methodologies, supportive of divergent learners, able to integrate project-based and design-centered projects and are familiar with developmentally aligned models of teaching and learning. We want educators who will support the social and emotional growth of young learners. All candidates must demonstrate a solid understanding of literacy development and best practices in teaching and learning. Experience with Apple technologies, design-based learning, Handwriting without Tears, Reveal Math, Phonics, Being a Reader and Being a Writer are a plus.

Required: Bachelor's degree or higher in Elementary Education and/or related field. Graduate work preferred.

Reporting: Prekindergarten through 4th grade Homeroom teachers report to the Head of Lower School.

A completed application will include the following components:

• Cover letter expressing interest and related experiences.
• Resume or curriculum vitae.
• Names of three references and contact information.

The completed application and other required documents should be submitted via the website and will be directed to Helen Kiser, Head of Lower School.

Hammond School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Hammond School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.