5th Grade Teacher

The Buckley School•Los Angeles, CA

6d•$65,041 - $134,160

About The Position

The Buckley School is a dynamic, nurturing learning community committed to equity and inclusion, and as such, seeks to hire talented employees with diverse backgrounds. Lower School Teacher The Buckley School, Los Angeles' oldest K-12 all-gender learning institution, seeks a 5th homeroom grade teacher for the Lower School. Reporting to the division head, teachers create an educational program and a classroom environment in support of the school's mission, Portrait of a Graduate, DEI initiatives, and The Buckley Commitment, based on a belief that student agency and engagement are critical for effective learning. Instruction Plans, organizes, and implements developmentally-appropriate, student-centered learning experiences and a dynamic classroom environment to fulfill the school's mission, Portrait of a Graduate, DEI initiatives, Commitment, curricula and programs, ensuring students find agency, purpose, and relevancy in their learning Provides differentiated instruction to meet individualized needs by creating meaningful relationships and practicing a growth mindset Curriculum Carefully plans and regularly reviews, revises, develops, and documents curriculum by utilizing recent research in neuroscience, education, psychology and futurism Collaborates with associate teacher and grade level partners in establishing grade level, departmental and/or school level curriculum goals Writes weekly curricular communication to fifth grade parents and guardians in conjunction with grade level partner Procedural Responsibilities Upholds all expectations, policies and practices outlined in the school's employee handbook, the collective bargaining agreement and other foundational documents Maintains accurate electronic records for each student Writes prose reports three times per year to document, highlight, and summarize student progress throughout the year Students/Staff/Community Relations Creates warm, collaborative, and positive professional relationships with students, families, and all constituencies of the school Communicates in a timely manner concerning student progress with students, parents, and administration Serves as an ambassador for the school at all times, on and off campus, for example: upholding the expectations in the employee handbook; speaking positively about the school and its community members; participating in the school's efforts to recruit and retain new families, faculty and staff; etc. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Teach a full load of courses, which includes a section of math, as defined by the collective bargaining agreement Serve as both homeroom teacher and advisor, as appropriate, to prepare and transition students to middle school Participate in the life of the school by attending assemblies, games, concerts, galas, and other school events Provide supervision for lunch, study hall, recess, etc. and other duties as assigned

Requirements

Possess the minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college
Model the highest standards of professionalism and creates warm, uplifting and trusting learning environments and working relationships marked by humor, positivity, humility, empathy, excellent emotional intelligence, extraordinary interpersonal skills, and collaboration
Demonstrate great individual integrity, initiative, self-awareness, commitment to personal and professional growth, and the ability to receive and apply feedback
Possess a passion for education, particularly in an independent school environment, conveyed by a solid understanding of educational practice and philosophy grounded in DEI
Possess knowledge of and demonstrated competency in diversity, equity and inclusion and culturally responsive teaching
Relish the joys and challenges of working with k-5 students and possess a deep understanding of the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of elementary-aged children
Demonstrate adaptability, dependability, good judgment, strong social skills and the abilities to read, assess, imagine, evaluate, calculate, & make wise decisions
Possess significant experience implementing instructional programs, especially language arts, social studies, and SEL
Demonstrate strong communication skills in person, in writing, by phone and through other electronic means (such as Zoom).
Current knowledge of all subject area content
Knowledge of specific instructional methodologies and the ability to learn and implement new instructional practices over time
Knowledge of and ability to implement useful diagnostic and progress assessment measures
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Blackbaud/Education Edge, and the ability to learn new and evolving technology

Nice To Haves

A master's degree in education and/or elementary teaching credential
Three to five years of classroom teaching experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Teach a full load of courses, which includes a section of math, as defined by the collective bargaining agreement
Serve as both homeroom teacher and advisor, as appropriate, to prepare and transition students to middle school
Participate in the life of the school by attending assemblies, games, concerts, galas, and other school events
Provide supervision for lunch, study hall, recess, etc. and other duties as assigned