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THE ROLE
This position is for a 5th Grade Homeroom and Humanities teacher who can create a safe, contained environment for our youngest students as they embark on their middle school lives. Our middle school is highly relational, and we believe that knowing every student well is key to success academically and as they develop as people. With the support of the Grade Level Lead and the Middle School Director, this person will be the main point of contact for parents/guardians of the 5th-grade class.
We have a strong middle school culture based on respect for the work of teaching pre-adolescents and we are proud of our work with this age group. This teacher will have a partner in the 5th-Grade Level Lead who will plan co-curricular activities. Main responsibilities include teaching 5th grade integrated humanities and math or religion (if qualified) and serving on the grade-level team as a class advisor. A 6th-grade humanities class may be part of the final assignment.
Every middle school teacher attends a class overnight and chaperones at least one activity outside of school hours (dance, play). Additional responsibilities will be determined by the experience and interest of the candidate.
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:
Holds degrees in elementary education or a relevant subject area; a master’s degree is preferred
Has 3-5 years of teaching experience at the upper elementary or middle-school level and a demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction
Demonstrates expertise in humanities curriculum, including social studies, reading and writing
Designs instruction that engages students and is differentiated to meet the needs of diverse learners
Has experience in standards-based instruction and assessment
PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Willingness to engage in all aspects of the school program
Builds connections among academic disciplines
Collaborates with colleagues in shaping advisory and academic curriculum, assessment, and instructional practices in alignment with best practices
Demonstrates the ability to build positive relationships with students
Understands the developmental needs of adolescents, both in academic and social-emotional development
Commits to ongoing professional and personal growth
Commits to the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Education and to the school’s Catholic, Sacred Heart, single-gender identity.
Has successful experience working with a diverse constituency
Desires to be a part of a collaborative, supportive and enriching environment for both students and adults
Supports the school’s mission by participating in and attending required meetings, professional development, and other events
Demonstrates fluency with technology, including Microsoft Office
SALARY/BENEFITS: Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding employees through competitive compensation. Salary range(s) based on education and experience. Salary Range: $59,052.60 – $110,361.92.
Forest Ridge offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package to benefits-eligible employees. Benefits include: medical/dental/vision insurance (based on FTE); flexible spending account (FSA); employee assistance program (EAP); retirement savings plan with employer match after one year of employment; paid time off for sick, personal, bereavement, jury/witness duty; vacation time off for staff; family leave; life and disability insurance; professional development opportunities; 50% tuition remission.
TO APPLY:
Qualified applicants should email the following documents to careers@forestridge.org:
Cover letter
Statement of Educational Philosophy
Updated CV/Resume
List of three professional references