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Little River Community School Elementary Teacher (Job)

Little River Community School
Little River Community School has an opening for an elementary teacher for the 2014/2015 school year.  Little River is an independent alternative school located in rural Canton, New York, with thirty-five students in grades K-12.  We are offering $20,000 per year and benefits including free tuition for a teacher’s child, a small health fund, and a supportive environment with a lot of academic freedom.  We are looking for a teacher with at least several years of experience working with children, preferably in an alternative education setting.  Qualities we are looking for include: a passion for working with children, flexibility, ability to think on your feet, patience, long term interest in teaching, problem solving abilities, strong communication skills, reliability, a sense of humor, self-motivation and self-confidence. Teacher certification is not required.  For a complete description of the position and an application, go to our website at www.littleriverschool.org. Deadline for applications is 6/23/14 or until position is filled.
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Teaching Staff Opening at PSCS for 2014-15 (Seattle, WA)

Puget Sound Community School

Puget Sound Community School (PSCS), an innovative, state-approved private middle & high school in Seattle, has an open teaching staff position for the upcoming school year, 2014/2015, and likely beyond. The person hired will work mainly within our middle school program although the nature of the school is such that there will be overlap with our high school program. This 10 month, renewable school year position (August 25, 2014 through June 24, 2015) is a salaried position with full medical, dental, and retirement benefits. The salary is set at $43,640 regardless of prior experience.

Founded in 1994, PSCS is based on the belief that people are compelled to learn intrinsically and will eagerly learn what they are interested in learning when provided a positive environment and support in their self-selected pursuits. Engaging the community, acting with courage, practicing integrity, and otherwise living as a responsible citizen are among the valued goals of a PSCS education. A compassionate staff of talented and interesting people work together as a team to provide a nurturing, respectful and vibrant school environment for approximately 50 students in a multi-age setting. We hold those involved with PSCS to very high standards of behavior and demand that everyone strive to build relationships based on mutual trust, honesty, support, and understanding. A primary role of all staff members is to sustain this environment while providing the students with a variety of educational opportunities. At PSCS, we also believe that functioning in a truly diverse community is a vital 21st-century skill and are building our community accordingly. We strongly encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, especially people of color.

In hiring staff members, PSCS first looks for strength of character and personality as well as deep passions and a willingness to be open to experiencing whatever it is that life offers. It is our belief that people teach who they are. In addition to this, the ideal candidate will possess some of the following characteristics, skills or experiences:

  • see life as an exciting adventure
  • have experience working with middle school students
  • experience in inclusivity or diversity in the classroom
  • be familiar with a student-centered approach to education

Note, it is not a requirement of this position that a candidate be certified to teach in Washington state.

To be introduced to PSCS, please go to:

Home

To meet the staff, please visit:

Our Staff

Applications are being accepted through June 6, 2014.  To apply, send a cover letter, resumé, and three references to:
Andy Smallman, Director
Puget Sound Community School
660 S. Dearborn St.
Seattle, WA  98134

In your cover letter be sure to include what has attracted you to PSCS and two or three of the things that stand out to you about our educational philosophy. We strongly encourage you to be creative in the presentation of your application materials. 

Direct questions to Mr. Smallman at 206-324-4350 or andy@pscs.org.

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JOB: Headteacher of Co-educational, Independent School for Ages 11-16 (England)

The Small School – Hartland

The applicant should show motivation to work with young people and be sensitive to nurturing their individual talents, building their self- esteem and assisting in the development and acquisition of new skills. A flexible and creative approach is essential

Although the financial rewards may not compare with those of other teaching posts, the job satisfaction and sense of achievement will well and truly compensate for this.

The Small School was established in 1982 by a cooperative of parents and carers in former chapel premises in the village of Hartland in north Devon.
The aim of the school is to ‘promote a rounded, individualised education in a small community, where learning takes place in a nurturing and creative atmosphere, with a focus on the environment and the community. At present there are 24 students enrolled, 40 would be the maximum.

The whole school comes together at the beginning and end of each day in order to share and shoulder each others’ needs and aspirations. This is one of the ways in which students are encouraged to become highly effective thinkers and skilled at understanding and assimilating other people’s points of view.

"Provision for students’ spiritual, moral, social, cultural and personal development is outstanding. Students really enjoy coming to school and their attendance is good. Behaviour is outstanding "– Ofsted Jan 2012

Families are expected to become fully involved in the running of the school, and volunteer time to help keep the school going as cooks, cleaners or even teachers.
Around thirteen GCSE subjects are offered including Latin and Classics. This provision varies each year according to the interests of students and the availability of teachers. The small numbers in each class ensure that one to one support is always available.

Salary: £12,675.00 per annum

Hours: full time the school would consider a job share with or without a partner

Candidates must have a DfES recognised teaching qualification

For an informal discussion about the Headship or to arrange a visit before an application, please contact Mary Billson on 01237441192 or mob 07896118968.

 

You can find out more about the school and download a job description and application form from www.thesmallschool.org.uk

 

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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.