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Baltimore, MD Job Opportunity

First Grade Teacher

City Neighbors Hamilton is seeking an experienced first-grade teacher to join our teaching team in our arts- integrated, project-based and Reggio inspired educational program, beginning in Fall 2014.

The ideal candidate should possess a strong vision of the whole child, and an enduring belief that all children deserve to be in communities with peers and adults who live with integrity, reflection and sense of agency.  Candidates should enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues and families. S/he must also possess a pioneering spirit, be a self-starter and have a good sense of humor.

Responsibilities:
The ideal City Neighbors Hamilton teacher is expected to fulfill the following responsibilities

  • Create a student-centered classroom space that is accessible, provocative, responsive and beautiful;
  • Communicate an image of the child as curious, competent and building of building enduring knowledge;
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues and families;
  • Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth;
  • Use documentation to make learning visible to students, families and the larger community;
  • Lead by example in service of the mission and vision of City Neighbors Schools.

Our Program
Opening in Fall 2014, City Neighbors Hamilton is an arts-based, project-based, Reggio inspired public charter school serving student in kindergarten through grade eight located in Baltimore, MD.  As a progressive school in an urban setting, we serve one of the most diverse school populations in the city.  Our program balances teacher-initiated projects with the emergent interests of our students as they are observed through play, photography and documentation of the learning process.   We place a strong emphasis on creating an environment that supports collaboration and reflective thinking for both students and the who adults work with them.  Learn more about who we are at www.cityneighborshamilton.org.

Qualifications
Candidates must have the following in order to be eligible for employment consideration:

  • Certification to teach in the State of Maryland (through Maryland State Department of Education); Early Childhood Certification (N-3, preferred)
  • At least three years’ teaching experience in the early learning/primary grades in a progressive, constructivist and/or Reggio-inspired setting

Applying
Inquiries should include both a cover letter and résumé in the form of an email attachment (.docx or .pdf)  to hiring@cityneighborshamilton.org  to the attention of Ms Obi Okobi, Principal, City Neighbors Hamilton.  Please include for desired position in the subject line of your message.  NO PHONE INQUIRIES.