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- Create developmentally, grade appropriate and engaging lesson plans which utilize given curricula, combined with project based and experiential leaarning.
- Demonstrate commitment to social justice and working with a diverse community
- Work in a highly collaborative community to develop and implement a creative and challenging curriculum
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge of subject matter made visible by effective teaching
- Provide continuous student assessmnets throughout the year; work closely with the Director of Learning to decipher if and when supports need to be implemented for students who need scaffolding or students who need a higher level of challenge
- Ability to consistently differentiate for individual student based on theri unqieu learning needs: Through observation, assessment and investing in relationships the whole child, determine most effective learning strategies and delivery of instruction.
- Provide students with opportunities and support in the development of leadership qualities
- Attend and participate in weekly curriculum planning meetings
- Participate in committee work, faculty meetings, parent coffees and additional duties as assigned
- Lead parent teacher conferences and maintain weekly communication with parents throughout the year
- Demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, New Roads philosohy and approach to education
- Maintain and communicate high expectations and boundaries in a consistently kind, respectful and compassionate manner focusing on the whole child
- Knowledge of sound pedagogical skills
- Strong background in math, reading, and writing instruction; ability to teach developmentally appropriate diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as social emotional learning at the lower elementary level
- Experience and interest in differentiated instruction and a project-based, constructivist approach to teaching and learning
- Understanding and experience in assessment and data driven instruction
- Highly developed writing and organizational skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong foundation knowledge in child development
- Possess excellent classroom management and restorative justices practices
- Have passion for personal and professional growth
- Minimum 5+ years teaching experience at the lower elementary level (Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grades), preferably in an independent school
- A Bachelor's Degree in a related educational field required; Masters Degree in Education
- Experience teaching at an independent school
- Familiarity with Illustrative and/or Singapore and/or CGI math
- Familiarity with the Science of Reading
- Familiarity with Step Up to Reading and Writing, Foundations How to apply: Please complete an online application, by clicking here and upload a cover letter along with your resume.
1st Grade Lead Teacher - Santa Monica, United States - New Roads School
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About New Roads
In an authentically diverse community reflective of Los Angeles, New Roads prepares young people for life my developing in them as a personal dedication to learning, a respect for independent thinking, and expanding curiosity about the world and its people, and a commitment to the common good.
Job Summary
1st grade Lead Teacher is a professional experienced and passionate educator with teaching experience at the elementary level. Reporting to the Elementary School Director, the 1st grade Lead teacher is responsible for continuing to develop and deliver the 1st grade curriculum.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities