3rd/4th Grade Head Teacher

To Apply
Email your resume and cover letter to 3-4teacherjob@anconaschool.org

Summary/Objective

The Head Teacher is responsible for teaching reading, writing, math, science, and social studies to children in a multi-age 3rd and 4th grade classroom. They collaborate extensively with the grade-level cohort, which includes the other 3rd/4th Grade Head Teacher, assistant teachers, Student Support Teacher, School Counselor, and multilevel (co-curricular) teachers for the grade level. The Head Teacher is also responsible for evaluating student progress in these subjects and communicating regularly with parents/guardians, including: weekly updates to the classroom web page, parent-teacher conferences, and emails and phone calls as required to inform families of the child’s academic and social-emotional development.

Essential Job Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Prepare curriculum in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies
Coordinate and oversee the work of the assistant teacher
Partner with all adults responsible for students’ education and well-being; collaborate with colleagues to plan and execute weekly Flex Days.
Prepare for, and present at, school events such as open houses, curriculum nights, and informational dinners
Accompany students on an overnight camping trip once per year
Plan and lead field trips to local institutions and parks/natural areas
Communicate regularly with parents, including weekly classroom emails, updates to the classroom web page, and personal emails and phone calls to inform the child’s family of academic and social-emotional development
Write narrative-based progress reports, and lead and participate in parent-teacher conferences
Supervise lunch and recess daily
Participate in professional activities designated by the Head of School, which may include workshops, curriculum retreats, meetings, grade reporting, planning, and other professional pursuits
Attend all pre-announced staff meetings and professional sessions, including staff, level, committee, and evening parent meetings
Follow the school’s policies and procedures for student evaluation and record-keeping, meeting all due dates as required
Assess the needs of the class and prepare requests for materials, furnishings, and classroom budget; update inventory list and submit to Head of School on last day of school
Other job duties as assigned

Pre-class preparation, including consultation with Student Support Team and Grade Level Team

Track attendance and report to the school office students who are in/out
Receive and welcome students
Consult with other teachers for curriculum ideas, sharing materials, and scheduling common activities

Teaching Expectations During Class

Uphold and reinforce positive behavior by modeling and/or drawing attention to ground rules and community guidelines
Remain in contact with the whole group and sense changing mood or activity
Conference with individual children about their work
Treat children with unconditional positive regard and provide individualized care for needs

Expectations After Dismissal

Refresh the environment
Complete daily notes
Reflect on individual children and group interaction
Assemble materials for the following instructional day
Communicate with Student Support and grade-level teams about any learning or social-emotional issues that surfaced during the day

Weekly Expectations

Note needed janitorial services and work orders and communicate with the Facilities team, as needed
Restructure classroom routine, as needed
Place orders, as needed
Meet with co-workers, Department Head, and Head of School to share ideas, plan, and problem-solve
Perform the following selected duties as needed:
- Update long-range class and children’s records
- Organize special projects
- Read professional journals or articles
- Confer with the Head of School as requested

Occasional and Ongoing Expectations

Prepare notes for conferences
Participate in staff meetings
Participate in parent education
Participate in Board meetings, as requested
Participate in professional meetings outside of school
Prepare for the school’s community activities such as open houses, observations, and all general meetings or special events

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the Head of School and Department Head

Work Area Assigned

Classroom, Outdoor Learning Space, Hallway; must secure substitute or leave only at assigned breaks

Required Qualifications: Education and Experience

Masters Degree in Education or one of the subject areas taught
Minimum of three years of teaching experience rooted in progressive education
Elementary teaching experience
Experience integrating social justice themes
Familiarity with Mac OS and Google Suite

Requirements

CPR/First Aid certification (preferred)
Pass a background check
Have the physical capacity to work with children
Keep up with professional development – 15 hours per school year

Physical Demands

Reaching
Standing
Walking
Lifting
Feeling
Talking
Hearing
Repetitive motion
Sedentary work, light work, medium work
Close visual acuity

Work Environment

Inside and outside environmental conditions
Noise

Competencies

Respect for children
Passion for education
Openness to growth and change

Expected Hours of Work

Monday-Friday, 7:50 am-3:30 pm

Wednesdays, 3:35-4:45 pm (Reserved for Staff Meetings)

Travel

Chaperone one 3-day / 2-night camping trip at an in-state outdoor education facility

Dress

Be prepared to sit on the floor and avoid jewelry that can be a distraction to children

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Ancona School not to discriminate against any employee or any applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, handicap, sex, physical condition, developmental disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. This policy shall include, but not be limited to, the following: recruitment and employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, selection for training including apprenticeship, layoff, and termination.

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3rd/4th Grade Head Teacher

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Independent Schools Association of the Central States

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Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools

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National Association of Independent Schools

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American Montessori Society