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Alternative Preschool Seeks Assistant Teacher

Wildflowers Playschool, a small, play-based, child-centered preschool based out of Putney Vermont is looking for a part-time assistant teacher to join us for our fun-filled 2015-2016 school year. The position is for approximately 21 hrs a week, Mon-Thursdays. School breaks off. There is a 1 hr a week teacher meeting once a week and some outside planning time expected. The position starts September 14th 2015. 

We are looking for someone who is reliable, patient, intuitive, fun, loves children, is interested in alternative education, and enjoys celebrating arts, movement and music with children.

The pay is $11/hr for the 130-day school year, including 3-paid sick/personal days, and in addition some money towards professional development. 

First Aid/CPR training is required. Some knowledge of alternative education models is preferred, but an eagerness to learn is wonderful. Education majors preferred but not necessary. Preferred that you have already taken Child Development but if you have not it must be taken in the Fall for us to align with state requirements. This is an opportunity for someone who wants to see the beauty of child-directed learning.

Check out our school philosophy at Wildflowersplayschool.com 

Please contact Wildflowersplayschool@gmail.com  with your resume, letter of intent, and 3 letters of reference by April 16th.   

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CASA Middle School is Looking for Teachers

CASA Middle School is a district public school looking to hire dynamic and passionate educators who love teaching, children, and believe in changing the world! We are looking for those who possess a growth mindset and hold an unwavering belief that all children can achieve at high levels if the adults create an environment for them to do so. The people we are looking to hire are self sufficient, no excuse educators who are willing to do whatever it takes to drive student achievement toward 21st century competencies. Lastly, we are looking for leaders who are relentless about learning and getting better everyday, working collaboratively, building relationships with parents and students, and implementing ideas to transform school and community. We are working to become one of the best middle schools in the world and we need great educators to make that happen. 

 

Additional Qualifications might Include:

  • Proficiency in formative assessment practices 

  • Ability to implement varied pedagogical approaches #UDL

  • Identifying resources to support and enhance curriculum 

  • Possess an unschooling Mindset

  • Experience with or strong interest in project based learning 

  • Experience with or strong interest in blended learning environments 

  • Experience with or strong interest in design thinking competencies 

 

Duties and responsibilities may include

  • Coming to work on time everyday

  • Lesson planning

  • Teaching

  • Curriculum development

  • Curriculum modification 

  • Cafeteria duty (very rarely/3 times a year)

  • Consistent communication with parents (mandatory/weekly)

  • Facilitating parent workshops (mandatory/3-4 times a year)

 

Credentials 

Bachelors degree in any discipline 

Varied real world learning experience and a history of overcoming obstacles 

 

All interested applicants please email a statement of purpose to  cornerstonemiddle@gmail.com

The statement of purpose should be 750 words or less. 

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Progressive Teacher Needed in Orlando, Florida (Part Time)

Caravan Learning Cooperative is a start-up academic enrichment program for homeschooling families in Central Florida. Starting in Fall 2015 we plan to offer classes two days a week with a focus on critical thinking in math, reading and science in a mixed aged classroom for grades K — 2. We are seeking a teacher to help make this idea a reality.

Our goal is to provide a positive learning environment where students can improve their abilities, establish friendships, and fuel their curiosity. Educational activities will be rooted in play and meaningful experience. The academics will be individualized to meet each students' needs and interests.

The position would be part time, approximately 18-20 hours a week. 10-12 hours teaching and 6-8 hours prep. The ideal candidate would be an experienced teacher who is seeking a progressive environment to experiment in. Our teacher would design their own curriculum, following basic standards set by the small administration.

Interested candidates should send their resume and a cover letter to caravanlearning@gmail.com. Please include why you are interested in progressive/democratic/holistic/open/free/independent education and describe any previous experience you have or research you have done in alternatives to traditional school.  
 

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Energy Navigators Project – AmeriCorps VISTA Position Open

Community Solutions is pleased to announce that we have been selected to receive a 2015 AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer to assist us with outreach to the low-income community in Ohio and nationally. Much of our recent research work has been focused on energy conservation as a way to reduce carbon emissions. While our constituency is primarily motivated by environmental concerns, the energy conservation work that we have accomplished has broad applicability. To extend our outreach, we are developing energy efficiency materials in print, web, and workshop format for constituencies who are motivated by other concerns, including the financial burdens of home energy use. 


We are seeking a passionate and committed individual to serve with us full-time for a year beginning in June, as part of the AmeriCorps national anti-poverty program. The VISTA member will help us develop our Energy Navigators Project, bringing together the energy expertise of Community Solutions and our partners with the outreach capabilities of Yellow Springs Home, Inc. and Opportunities for Individual Change in Springfield to develop a coordinated energy literacy campaign for the low-income citizens of Yellow Springs and Springfield. The pilot materials developed-in print, web, video, and workshop format-will later be shared broadly with Community Action Partnership (CAP) agencies throughout Ohio and the Nation. The VISTA volunteer will work with community and energy partners to develop materials, disseminate them, revise them, and assist in their inclusion in the resources and workplan of the partners moving forward.
 
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