ELEMENTARY TEACHER (Kindergarten)

St. Matthew's Parish School•Pacific Palisades, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ST. MATTHEW'S PARISH SCHOOL POSITION: ELEMENTARY TEACHER (Kindergarten) REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL, GRADES K-4 St. Matthew’s is an independent Episcopal day school for students in Preschool through Grade 8. The school provides a challenging academic program and places a strong emphasis on building character and empathy, as well as on service learning. At St. Matthew’s, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion and are seeking candidates who share these values. To learn more about St. Matthew’s Parish School, please view our website: http://www.stmatthewsschool.com . Kindergarten through fourth grade classrooms are team-taught by two educators who share responsibility for planning, teaching, and monitoring the success of all learners in their class. The two teachers work together and share their expertise to build a dynamic learning environment. Some grade levels are split into two classrooms, staffed by a lead and associate teacher in each classroom, creating a team of four. The available position is for a lead Kindergarten teacher who would co-teach with an associate and co-plan with a Kindergarten team of four.

Requirements

B.A. or B.S. in education or a related field
Minimum of three years teaching experience
Classroom teaching experience, preferably in elementary school
Excellent classroom management skills necessary to ensure a safe, productive, and positive environment
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills
Committed to contributing to a collaborative team environment
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Experience developing, writing, and delivering curriculum
Ability to work effectively, communicate, and collaborate in a team setting
Proficient in technology and adept at learning new skills
All school personnel must successfully complete a fingerprint background check through Live Scan and provide current tuberculosis clearance.

Nice To Haves

Teaching Credential and/or Master’s in Education preferred

Responsibilities

Plan and conduct an effective, developmentally appropriate educational program to meet the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of each child—in the classroom, outdoors, and in both small and large group activities
Mentor and collaborate effectively with the Associate Teacher
Communicate thoughtfully and professionally with parents and colleagues regarding curriculum, students, and developmental issues, both verbally and in writing
Create a pleasant, inviting classroom atmosphere in which children feel comfortable and secure, fostering a supportive and safe environment that encourages children to experience new skills
Provide experiences that promote individual self-expression in conversation, imaginative play, and creativity
Integrate student and teacher use of technology meaningfully into instruction and utilize technology effectively for planning and administrative functions
Maintain accurate observations and records of students
Provide positive guidance to help children develop social-emotional and self-regulation skills
Confer with the principal, student support team, and teaching partner to resolve student issues
Demonstrate professionalism through reliability, participation in school obligations, and a respectful attitude in professional relationships
Demonstrate integrity, patience, openness, sensitivity, enthusiasm, and friendliness
Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and the board policies
Stay current on best teaching practices and engage in professional development
Participate in Open Houses and Retreats as needed, and perform supervision duties as assigned
Attend day and overnight field trips as needed
Perform any other duties needed to drive our Vision, fulfill our Mission, and abide by our Organization’s Values