{"id":12530,"date":"2018-09-26T17:29:04","date_gmt":"2018-09-26T21:29:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.educationrevolution.org\/store\/?p=12530"},"modified":"2018-09-26T17:29:04","modified_gmt":"2018-09-26T21:29:04","slug":"job-217","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.educationrevolution.org\/store\/job-217\/","title":{"rendered":"Greenfields Academy Seeks Progressive Educator"},"content":{"rendered":"<div dir=\"ltr\">Progressive Educator<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">Are you convinced that the way we are educating children has to fundamentally change?<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">Do you have the patience needed to allow students to experience and learn from failure?<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">Are you prepared to inspire a generation to tackle the challenges that lie ahead?<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">Greenfields Academy is a progressive, independent private school serving children in K through 12th grades.\u00a0 We believe in student-driven learning, where each child is encouraged to set their own goals and pursue their passions.\u00a0 Our approach to learning does not include tests, grades, or teachers leading lectures. Our classroom structure ensures that the ad create and facilitate the learning environment, but empowers students to take ownership of their individual learning path and collective classroom governance. Our students are on a Hero\u2019s Journey to change the world!<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">We are currently interviewing for a full-time Guide (our word for teacher) for our upper elementary-aged students, to begin in January 2019 or possibly earlier.\u00a0 As our school has plans to expand, this position has excellent opportunity for growth and advancement.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">Responsibilities may include:<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<div dir=\"ltr\">maintaining a studio environment that supports and motivates children<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<div dir=\"ltr\">supporting individuals in setting and achieving their personal learning goals<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<div dir=\"ltr\">assisting children in identifying and pursuing their passions<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<div dir=\"ltr\">planning creative curricular activities, projects, and field trips to inspire learning<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<div dir=\"ltr\">facilitating Socratic group discussions<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<div dir=\"ltr\">documenting learning through observation and assessments<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<div dir=\"ltr\">communicating with parents to build strong relationships<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<div dir=\"ltr\">participating as a supportive, dependable, and energetic member of our team<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">Qualifications:<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">We are looking for a candidate with proven excellence working with children in a non-traditional learning environment: free school, democratic school, homeschool, Montessori, Reggio Emelia, project-based, or other student-directed settings.\u00a0 Candidates should demonstrate a lifelong love of learning, endless patience, and a strong work ethic. Candidates should be comfortable using and learning a variety of technology tools. And most importantly, candidates should have a deep respect for all children.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">Salary:<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">Pay is commensurate with education and experience.\u00a0 We will assist with relocation expenses for the right candidate.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">Next Steps:<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to <a href=\"mailto:hiring@greenfieldsacademy.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hiring@greenfieldsacademy.com<\/a>. Your cover letter should detail your specific qualifications for this role and why you are interested in working at Greenfields Academy.\u00a0 Applications not meeting this requirement will not be reviewed.<\/div>\n<p>Learn more about Greenfields Academy at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.greenfieldsacademy.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/www.GreenfieldsAcademy.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1538083285046000&amp;usg=AFQjCNEUo2j1t-IZeBRvLaxHlkcWQJPTWw\">www.GreenfieldsAcademy.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Progressive Educator Are you convinced that the way we are educating children has to fundamentally change? Do you have the patience needed to allow students to experience and learn from failure? Are you prepared to inspire a generation to tackle the challenges that lie ahead? 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