Teacher K-1-2 Teacher
Job Description
Teaching Opportunity at the Stanley British Primary School
Opening: Multiage teacher in a Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Grade Classroom
Full time position, to begin August 2021
About Stanley BPS: For over 45 years, Stanley classrooms have been filled with engaged learners and guided by inspired teachers. We carefully blend an academic program grounded in a whole-child approach with an attention to each child’s social/emotional development. Our British Primary philosophy promotes the simple notion that when students enjoy what they’re doing and take an active role in their education, learning truly becomes a joy and a lifelong endeavor. SBPS is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive school community. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities Include:
- Inspiring and educating children to develop to their full potential – socially, emotionally, intellectually, physically, and creatively
- Creating a safe, supportive, mutually respectful classroom community which values the distinct contributions, background, and abilities of each child
- Implementing integrated, meaningful, developmentally-appropriate curricula in which students can explore and experiment through first hand experiences
- Creating opportunities for students to know themselves, to make good choices, and take responsibility for their own learning and actions
- Communicating and collaborating with parents and actively involving them in the life of the classroom and of the school
- Communicating and collaborating positively and professionally with the Stanley staff and community
- Actively engaging in ongoing professional development
Desired Qualifications and Background Experience:
- A deep enjoyment in working with, honoring, and valuing each individual child
- A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as a core value in the classroom and within the school community
- An appreciation for the British Primary philosophy, including the Seven Goals for Learners: self-awareness, collaboration, curiosity, perseverance, academic resourcefulness, and joyful, life-long learning
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Flexibility and the ability to manage details and follow-through
- Teaching experience in K-2 classrooms
- Experience adapting and modifying curriculum and meeting the needs of diverse learners
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education or related field
- A commitment to improving one’s craft and growing professionally, modeling the joyful, lifelong learning we seek to impart to our students
We Value:
- An inclusive and diverse community
- Joyfulness
- Lifelong learning
- Positive and constructive communication
- Creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness
- An understanding of children and childhood
- Commitment to making a positive difference in the world
Equal Opportunity Employer
Stanley BPS is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of Stanley BPS, including admissions, employment and access to services and programs.
