Reading and Language Arts Teacher – Grades 1-2
THE POSITION
Birchwood School of Hawken is seeking a Language Arts teacher for grades 1-2 with expertise in reading who is committed to teaching the total child. We seek candidates eager for intellectual and professional growth who are also able to contribute their own expertise in working with Lower School learners. Reading specialist credentials and/or familiarity with a structured reading program (Orton-Gillingham, Wilson, etc.) would be a tremendous plus for this full-time position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
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Lead/co-teach a section each of both first grade and second grade reading and language arts
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Serve as a member of the language arts and reading teams, responsible for developing, planning, and implementing the curriculum
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Build and maintain strong relationships with students and families
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Perform any other non-teaching duties as assigned by the Head of School
Because Birchwood School of Hawken believes in supporting teachers’ passions, in deepening their expertise, and in fueling their spirit of innovation, we provide substantive professional development opportunities that lead to the kinds of excellence that are a hallmark of our community.
QUALIFICATIONS
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A Bachelor of Science in Education or equivalent experience in teaching language arts and/or reading to lower elementary grade learners
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Deep background in children’s literature
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We specifically seek candidates who can teach phonics to a variety of levels and learners, adapting methods to meet students where they are
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Preference for candidates with 2+ years of experience
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Preference for candidates who have reading specialty credentials
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Preference for teachers open to accessing multiple teaching philosophies and practices
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Candidates should be comfortable in generative collaboration with a team and should be comfortable with lengthy mentoring
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Candidates must have: strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, energy, creativity, high expectations, and a sense of humor
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A joyful enthusiasm for their age-level learners and an exceptional understanding of their developmental needs
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Candidates should be willing and eager to assist in the life of the School
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Occasional after school hours required
THE SCHOOL
Birchwood School was founded in 1984 by a small group of parents and educators living in Cleveland, Ohio. These founders were determined to give their own children an unparalleled education that offered exceptional academic programming and an emphasis on achievement ethics, hard work and character. Over the next three decades, the school grew into an award-winning institution that remained true to its founding mission: to provide an educational setting where challenging academics build solid work habits, an achievement culture nurtures healthy attitudes, and a caring environment forges social responsibility. In addition, the school functions outside of the traditional grade-level, lock-step approach to programming. This approach allows students to engage in academic work that is commensurate with their abilities, allowing them to maximize their cognitive abilities. Birchwood School of Hawken has proudly been part of Hawken School since the 2016 merger.
HOW TO APPLY
Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume and references to employment@birchwoodschool.org or to Birchwood School of Hawken/4400 West 140th Street/Cleveland, OH 44135/ATTN: Employment.
Birchwood School of Hawken is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting diversity in the workplace and strongly urges all qualified individuals to apply.
