Lower School Faculty (PreK-2) - General Interest

Saint Andrew's School; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Andrew’s School in Boca Raton, FL is seeking a dedicated Lower School teacher for PreK–2 to deliver inquiry-based instruction within the IB Primary Years Programme. The role emphasizes joyful learning, collaboration with co-teachers, and technology-enhanced teaching using Google Suite.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and has a track record of successful teaching, with comfort implementing IB PYP, Singapore Math, and TCRWP strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Record of successful teaching.
• Experience with IB PYP, Singapore Math and TCRWP preferred.
• Willingness to work with a range of learning abilities.
• Experience integrating technology into teaching practices, including Google Suite for Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with co-teacher to plan and deliver classroom instruction.
• Apply a range of strategies to successfully manage a classroom.
• Work with grade level team on curriculum development and school initiatives.
• Record and maintain school, classroom, and students' information such as attendance, student files, referral information, progress reports.
• Participate in departmental/division meetings, planning projects, activities, and school related evening and weekend programs, as necessary.
• Communicate with parents and professional colleagues on a regular basis.
• Integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.
• Assist students in developing self-discipline and a sense of responsibility.
• Participate in supervisory responsibilities as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of Lower School.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Cultural competence

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Google Suite for Education

Job description

Position Summary

Members of the Lower School faculty are responsible for planning and delivering instruction that is attentive to individual students’ intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual needs in accordance with the school’s philosophy, and for establishing and maintaining a positive learning environment where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for academic growth.

Teachers of grades PreK – 2 will strive to create an environment that encourages joyful learning through inquiry and supportive instruction through the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Teachers College Reading and Writing Programs (TCRWP) units of study, and Singapore Math methodology. We appreciate each child as a unique individual, building on their interests and igniting their curiosity about the world around them.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with co-teacher to plan and deliver classroom instruction.
• Apply a range of strategies to successfully manage a classroom.
• Work with grade level team on curriculum development and school initiatives.
• Record and maintain school, classroom, and students' information such as attendance, student files, referral information, progress reports.
• Participate in departmental/division meetings, planning projects, activities, and school related evening and weekend programs, as necessary.
• Communicate with parents and professional colleagues on a regular basis.
• Integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.
• Assist students in developing self-discipline and a sense of responsibility.
• Participate in supervisory responsibilities as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of Lower School.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Record of successful teaching.
• Experience with the IB PYP, Singapore Math and TCRWP preferred.
• Willingness to work with a range of learning abilities.
• Experience integrating technology into teaching practices, including Google Suite for Education preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with a team of educators.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Cultural competence.
• Growth mindset.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Saint Andrew’s School is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, gender, race, religion, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability or handicap, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirement of all federal, state, and local laws.

Drug–Free Workplace

All employees must successfully maintain an acceptable Level II criminal background check. Saint Andrew’s School may, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet the school’s changing needs.