Lower School Leave Replacements 2024-25: Science - New York, United States - The Town School

The Town School
The Town School
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New York, United States

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The Town School is a 111 year-old, coeducational Nursery through 8th Grade school of 335 students on the Upper East Side of Manhattan.

Town embraces high academic and ethical standards for each student and our school's motto, "Let there be joy in learning," guides all members of the community.

We are committed to equity and inclusion, creating a school community where all have a sense of belonging.

Town students graduate as well-rounded emerging scholars and citizens, who are articulate, resilient, morally responsible, and committed to a path of lifelong learning.

The Town School seeks a full-time Leave Replacement for Gr. 1-4 Science Teacher, a full-time Leave Replacement for a 3rd Grade Teacher, and a full-time Substitute Teacher.
These positions run concurrently and combine into one opening for the full school year.
The salary for this year-long position is $55,000-60,000 commensurate with experience and degree level.


Grade 1-4 Science Teacher

Leave Replacement August 2- December 20, 2024

Major Responsibilities:


  • Teach Science classes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade students (approximately 160 students total) using a handson, inquirybased approach
  • Work with 5th/6th and 7th/8th Grade Science teachers to ensure cohesiveness, appropriate sequencing, and program alignment across the Science curriculum, including building and managing a gradelevel spring science community event
  • Maintain and care for science classroom insects, plants, animals, and materials
  • Work collaboratively with homeroom teachers, the Guidance team, and parents to closely monitor and support student progress
  • Differentiate instruction to attend to the needs of individual children
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and administration
  • Contribute constructively to all faculty discussions and continue to grow professionally

Qualifications:


  • Related Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree preferred
  • 35 years experience teaching elementary students preferred
  • Experience teaching Science using a handson, inquirybased approach
  • Excellent classroom management and time management skills
  • Interest in and experience with coding/educational technology a plus
  • Ability to work as a member of the larger Science team
  • Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents
  • Supportive of Town's mission and values, and a demonstrated commitment to the aspirations in our school's Statement on Diversity, Inclusion and Equity.
  • Personal characteristics of an outstanding professional: warmth, empathy, discernment, strong organization skills, and a good sense of humor

3rd Grade Teacher

Leave Replacement, January - March 14, 2025

Major Responsibilities:


  • Work collaboratively with coteacher, gradelevel, divisional, and schoolwide colleagues for curriculum planning and student support
  • Actively partner with parents and Guidance Team to closely monitor and support student progress
  • Differentiate instruction to attend to the needs of individual children
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and administration
  • Supportive of Town's mission and values, and a demonstrated commitment to the aspirations in our school's Statement on Diversity, Inclusion and Equity.
  • Personal characteristics of an outstanding professional: warmth, empathy, discernment, strong organization skills, and a good sense of humor

Qualifications:


  • Degree in education
  • 23 years leadteaching experience in an elementary setting
  • Experience with Readers/Writers Workshop, TERC Investigations, Context for Learning
  • Experience incorporating technology in support of student learning
  • Passion for teaching young children
  • Interest in continued professional development

Full-Time Substitute Teacher

April - June 13, 2025

Major Responsibilities:


  • Work collaboratively with teachers, gradelevel, divisional, and schoolwide colleagues for instruction and student support
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and administration

Qualifications:


  • Experience in an elementary setting and passion for teaching young children
  • Interest in continued professional development

Job Type:
Contract


Pay:
$55, $60,000.00 per year


Experience:


  • Teaching: 2 years (preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

  • New York, NY 10021: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person
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