Upper Elementary Teacher Position

2 weeks ago

Stamford, Connecticut, United States Waterside School Full time

The School

Waterside School, founded in 2001, is a co-educational Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 5 independent school that attracts and inspires students of academic promise and families deeply invested in their children's success, regardless of limitations in income or circumstance. The School was fully accredited by CAIS (Connecticut Association of Independent Schools) in 2008 and 2018. Waterside School works to instill in its students a belief in their own worth, to cultivate in each a commitment to academic excellence and to ensure the fullest development of every child's character. Through a rigorous program of study and experience, the School empowers its students with the knowledge, skills and virtues required to enable them to excel as students, to gain access to superior academic opportunities and to go forward to become the leaders of tomorrow.

Responsibilities

  • Teach a class of students including all elements of instructional planning, implementation, and assessment
  • Promote the development of honor, character, and leadership in all dealings with students, including enforcing School
    rules and ensuring all students feel safe and welcome at the School
  • Encourage independence, decision-making, and problem-solving
  • Observe, record, and document the growth and development of children through established evaluation tools, anecdotal observations, and assessments
  • Collaborate and maintain open communication with appropriate staff members regarding issues that pertain to the well-being of children and families
  • Complete report cards and other forms of academic communication in a timely, professional manner
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to an assistant teacher
  • Pursue opportunities for professional growth on an annual basis
  • Attend regular staff meetings and professional development workshops
  • Perform other duties as assigned Requirements
    • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
    • At least three years of teaching experience
    • A passion for working with children
    • A deep commitment to the School's mission
    • Demonstrate inclusive and equitable practices to ensure that all members of the community feel a sense of belonging
    • Establish and maintain positive relationships with children and their families
    • Follow community policies and procedures and model positive behavior
    • Work effectively as a team member and develop professional and collaborative relationships with colleagues
    • Exhibit flexibility and adaptability to change as needed
    • Technologically literate and able to guide and direct students' use of technology
    • The ability to speak Spanish is optional but preferred

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