This opening calls for specific teaching qualifications set by the school.
CalWest’s client school in Seattle, Washington seeks a Fourth Grade Teacher to begin in August 2025.
CalWest Required Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree and/or other educational requirements listed on the job description
- Requisite skills commensurate with the position
- A reasonable commuting distance to the CalWest client school, or a willingness to relocate
- Authorization to live and work in the United States
Client School Preferred Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, or a related field; Master’s degree and/or teaching credential preferred.
- 3+ years of teaching experience with elementary-aged students.
- In-depth understanding of, and experience with, inquiry-based learning in early childhood education settings.
- Passion for working with Fourth Grade students, with a deep understanding of their developmental needs and learning styles.
- Proven ability to implement effective classroom support strategies and foster positive relationships with young learners, particularly through the Responsive Classroom approach.
- Experience with and appreciation for Zones of Regulation and Second Step, as well as a solid foundation in interdisciplinary, STEAM-focused, and project-based learning.
- Dedication to fostering social-emotional growth by supporting self-regulation, empathy, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with and appreciation for purposeful play, as well as a solid foundation in interdisciplinary, STEAM-focused, and project-based learning.
- Desire to utilize outdoor spaces to introduce children to nature and facilitate connections between them and their environment.
- Proficiency with instructional technology including document cameras, interactive whiteboards, web-based learning software, and Google apps.
- Excellent communication skills to support working with students, families, faculty/staff, and campus partners.
- Positive energy and enthusiasm for working in a Preschool through Eighth Grade, faith-based independent school.
- A commitment to ongoing professional growth, curiosity, cultural humility, and antiracism, as well as an understanding of its critical role in academic excellence and student growth.
Responsibilities
- Teach one of two dedicated Fourth Grade classes.
- Design and deliver engaging, inquiry-based lessons that align with the Fourth Grade curriculum and standards, including Common Core, NGSS, SSSI, and Learning for Justice, ensuring they meet the diverse needs of all learners.
- Guide students in developing essential skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration.
- Implement effective classroom management strategies that foster respect, inclusion, and positivity, incorporating the school’s social-emotional learning and anti-bias curriculum.
- Work closely with the rest of the Lower School team to support students’ development and ensure they are well-prepared for success in Fifth Grade.
- Incorporate social-emotional learning into daily instruction to help students develop self-regulation, empathy, and problem-solving skills.
- Establish clear expectations for behavior and cultivate a safe, respectful, and nurturing classroom environment.
- Effectively partner and communicate with families, colleagues, and administration to appropriately challenge and support students.
- Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and improve instructional strategies.
- Integrate technology and hands-on activities to enhance learning experiences.
- Regularly assess, evaluate, and provide feedback on student performance.
- Participate in faculty/staff, grade level, and division meetings, and perform other duties as assigned.
- Commit to the mission, vision, and values of the school.
Salary Range
$53,561.80 – $123,167.22
