Associate Teacher Village/Elementary School

CHADWICK SCHOOL • Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA

103d • $32 - $32

About The Position

Chadwick School is an independent, K-12, coeducational day school dedicated to academic excellence, the development of exemplary character, and self-discovery through experience. A highly educated faculty and staff bring out the best in the talented student body through active learning, challenging academics, one-on-one mentoring, unparalleled global opportunities, nationally distinguished outdoor education and community service programs, outstanding athletic opportunities, and award-winning visual and performing arts. The core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, fairness, and compassion are widely shared and fostered daily in classrooms, during co-curricular activities, and through the camaraderie of this close-knit community. Located on a beautiful, 45-acre hilltop campus on the scenic Palos Verdes Peninsula in Los Angeles County, Chadwick enrolls over 800 students drawn from more than 45 Southern California communities. Founded in 1935 by visionary educator Margaret Lee Chadwick, Chadwick is one of two schools operated by the Roessler-Chadwick Foundation. In 2010, Chadwick International School (CISS) was formed in Songdo, South Korea, which expanded opportunities for students around the globe to benefit from a world-class Chadwick education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Some teaching experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of the subjects to be taught
• Strong knowledge of pedagogy and educational tools, including relevant technology
• Student-centered, global, and innovative approach to teaching
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English

Responsibilities

• Model the Chadwick core values and help provide a joyful, inclusive school experience within and beyond the classroom
• Demonstrate an understanding of and interest in the developmental nuances of elementary school-aged children and anti-bias teaching practices
• Teach whole class and small groups of children core curriculum as directed by the lead teacher
• Collaborate with the grade-level team, division, Curriculum Leads, and Directors of Teaching and Learning to support lead teacher in the design of coherent, integrated curriculum that aligns with the Village program
• Work with lead teacher, Curriculum Leads, and Directors of Teaching Learning to strengthen pedagogy and take advantage of professional development opportunities
• Prepare and organize instructional materials with the lead teacher
• Use a whole-child approach that builds classroom community and creates an environment that remains responsive to the strengths and needs of all students
• Use Responsive Classroom structures and principles to inform effective classroom routines and management
• Maintain an orderly, clean classroom with the lead teacher
• Participate in faculty duties, such as student supervision during recess, lunch, and dismissal
• Attend grade-level planning meetings, weekly faculty meetings, and professional development days
• Assist with back to school events, open houses, concerts, and outdoor education trips when relevant
• Demonstrate the ability to proactively reflect on and participate in discussions around identity, race, and issues of social justice
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• $32.00 per hour

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree