Position Description

Columbus Academy seeks candidates for an opening as a full-time Second Grade Teacher.

The individual selected for this position will be expected to carry out the following responsibilities:

• Manage the essential classroom activities of approximately 18 students, including primary instructional responsibilities for language arts, mathematics and social studies

• Collaborate with colleagues – particularly team members – on curriculum design and development

• Provide periodic updates to parents related to student progress, via both written reports and in-person conferences

• Make use of technological resources necessary for curriculum integration and institutional communication

• Hold students accountable for the school’s standards of behavior

• Work with others in the school community to support each student’s emotional well-being

Qualifications

Preferred candidates will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in elementary education or a related field

• At least three years of experience as a lead teacher at the elementary level

• Knowledge of varied pedagogy and trends in instruction and curriculum design at the elementary level

• Ability to teach a full range of elementary school subjects and to differentiate instruction

• Promotes a classroom environment that is engaging for children, conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and maximizes student learning

• Professional orientation towards collaboration and innovation

• A reflective practitioner, committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning

• Engages in ongoing professional development by attending seminars, workshops and/or graduate-level studies in the field of education

• Enthusiasm for teaching young children

• A positive sense of humor, self-confidence, and effective oral and written communication skills

• Knowledge of, and experience in, best practices in foundational literacy instruction

• Ability to engage, motivate and develop student learning

• Enthusiasm towards outdoor education and being with students outside

Physical Conditions

Candidates must be able to manage the following conditions:

• Classroom environment

• Mobility around school buildings and on different floors (handicap accessible)

• Repetitive motion (use of a keyboard)

• Periodic need to move light furniture, hang visuals in classroom, carry objects (no more than 40 pounds), etc.

• Ability to be outside with children during all seasons utilizing the extensive campus

Columbus Academy believes strongly in the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to foster a diverse campus community, which recognizes the value of all persons regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability or socioeconomic background. Legal requirements: All Columbus Academy employees must pass required criminal records checks. Where appropriate, individuals will also be required to provide proof of academic credentials.