Ethics Teacher and Service Learning Coordinator-Fieldston Lower

Ethical Culture Fieldston School•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Fieldston Lower is seeking a dynamic, creative, and collaborative educator to teach ethics to our 1st-5th Grade students and coordinate the divisional service - learning program. Ethics is at the heart of our program and has been since the inception of the school in 1878. Our founder, Felix Adler, started the school with the belief that it would produce individuals prepared to enter society and change it in accordance with ethical ideas. This still informs our practice today. We are immersed in exciting work that seeks to place ethics and service learning at the heart of our program, making this an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate. Teaching Ethics to our 1st- 5th Graders in accordance with our mission: Ethical learning at ECFS is based on the personal, social, and intellectual development of students and responds to the moral issues that our students experience and witness in the world. We encourage students to identify and develop their personal code of ethics , and we help them uncover the ethical dimensions of their everyday interactions with others. We offer a course of study that identifies moral and social intersections, draws on our school’s ethical humanist traditions, and expands student understanding of the larger field of ethics . At ECFS, our unique approach consists of a formalized program and pedagogy that builds skills of critical inquiry and self-examination at each stage of development so that a student’s social, emotional, and academic development is addressed hand in hand with moral development. Leading our Service Learning Program: Service is a vital part of our mission. The successful candidate will coordinate service programs across each grade as well as division wide. In addition, this role will liaise with external agencies and be a resource for faculty members. We are currently seeking an Ethics Teacher and Service Learning Coordinator for the 26/27 school year. This is a full time 1.0 FTE ( full time equivalency ) position and the hiring range will be $75,261-$184,830. Please note that this is an onsite role and is not performed remotely. Ethical Culture Fieldston School retains its right to modify job duties in accordance with changing operational needs.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred
At least 3 years of experience teaching elementary school children
Extensive knowledge of ethics theory and philosophy
A passion for teaching with a pleasant and positive demeanor toward all forms of teaching and learning
The ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with faculty, administrators, students, parents, and the overall community
An understanding and commitment to cultural competency and how to support students of all backgrounds
Knowledge in delivering strategy based literacy and math instruction
Skill in designing instruction that is data driven, differentiated, and actively engaging
Previous experience leading morning meetings, such as those outlined by the Responsive Classroom
Prior experience in developing social studies curricula with a hands-on, developmentally appropriate focus
A commitment to progressive education as outlined on our website
Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills
Initiative, creativity, flexibility, and collaboration
A positive attitude and the ability to listen effectively and be receptive to feedback
The ability to manage time effectively, stay organized, and prioritize required tasks
A commitment to engaging in ongoing professional development and proficiency in utilizing and learning new technologies ( i.e. , Google Workspace tools)
Reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance
The ability to cultivate a welcoming culture in which all members of our community feel valued and appreciated

Responsibilities

Teaching ethics to our 1st-5th graders in accordance with our mission
Having a collaborative approach with other colleagues, including sharing resources and communicating about curriculum and students
Preparing for and communicating details about student performance and growth with parents and/or guardians at scheduled conferences
Appropriately addressing student behavioral issues and other challenges that may arise in the classroom in order to maintain a safe environment and a sense of calm in such situations
Maintaining accurate student record keeping, including grades and attendance
Providing encouragement to students to help support their social and emotional growth
Ensuring the confidentiality of student information as necessary
Attending all departmental, divisional, and school-wide meetings
Maintaining compliance with all school policies, state regulations, and educational standards
Performing other related projects and duties as needed and assigned