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- 5th & 6th Grade Core Humanities Teacher
Description
Founded in 1912, The Park School of Buffalo has the distinction of being one of the oldest Progressive schools in the country. Park is an independent, co-educational school serving approximately 300 students in Pre-K-12.
Park is seeking a full-time 5th and 6th grade teacher to support the progressive integration of language arts and social studies content and skills. The candidate is responsible for teaching ELA and Social Studies to Grades 5 and 6 and for planning collaboratively with their grade level partner. Each grade level pair seeks out opportunities for team teaching and works with grade level teachers of other disciplines on integrated projects. Candidates will also be asked to serve as a homeroom teacher and club advisor for a group of fifth and sixth grade students.
Must have classroom experience with, and affinity for, students of this age. Strong pedagogy, differentiation, and developmental awareness required. Candidates must strike the right balance between setting high expectations and nurturing their students’ growth and have the following qualities:
- An ability to inspire students and bring a joyful, positive attitude about children to work every day
- A willingness to become active members of the Park community;
- A drive to bring ‘real life’ experience into their classroom and extend the classroom beyond the school walls;
- The reflectiveness needed to assess personal classroom practices and avail themselves of professional development and leadership opportunities;
- A belief in Park’s mission and in creating a nurturing classroom environment with high expectations;
- A commitment to social justice and equity, cultural competence, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse people;
- Excellent formal and informal communication skills with students, parents, and the administration;
- A pedagogical philosophy that is student-centered and demonstrates comfort differentiating instruction;
- A creative mindset comfortable with problem-solving, innovating, and an emphasis on growth
Requirements
Additional Notes
- Physical demands
- Moderate amount of walking across campus is required
- Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
Required
- Bachelor’s degree
Preferred
- Master’s degree in Education
- Doctorate, Ph.D or Ed.D
- Familiarity with NWEA MAP and F&P assessments
The Park School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified professional educators regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, or sexual orientation.
Send cover letter and resume to Lisa Conrad at lconrad@theparkschool.org.
