This opening calls for specific teaching qualifications set by the school.

CalWest’s client school in the Greater Seattle Area is seeking a Lower School – Fourth Grade Classroom Faculty to begin in August 2024.

Apply through the CalWest Candidate Portal

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

Experience in teaching required, with 3 or more years of teaching preferred
A bachelor’s degree is required, a graduate degree is preferred
Teaching Certification or equivalent training preferred
The capacity and desire to engage in experiential activities and programs with students
The ability to be patient and positive and find joy in the journey of promoting a lifelong love of learning
An ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with others, including administrators, colleagues, staff, students, and families, in order to maintain constructive and professional relationships
A commitment to completing work in a timely and thorough manner while being conscientious about assignments and deadlines
A willingness to participate in professional growth/development opportunities
Have proficient skills in the use of technology, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Suite, Google Drive, and Outlook

Responsibilities

Create and sustain classroom culture based on the mission and values of the school
Collaborate and work effectively in teams with colleagues
Design, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that emphasize experiential learning experiences
Differentiate instructional resources/methods to meet students’ varying needs
Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily interactions and in the curriculum
Collaborate with school counselor to establish and maintain social emotional learning and wellness for all students
Work closely with the learning coordinator to support varying learning styles and needs in the classroom
Establish positive classroom expectations with a responsive behavior management style, creating a safe and comfortable environment for all students
Create and sustain effective parent/guardian partnerships
Coordinate families to engage and volunteer with the classroom
Observe/evaluate/assess students’ development and maintain accurate records on progress, to include drafting detailed and thoughtful report cards
Communicate effectively with students’ families about student progress and classroom news
Routinely plan and prepare outside the scheduled school day
Manage a classroom budget
Participate positively in meetings, activities/committees such as community events and school admissions
Attend school related events outside the scheduled school day
Keep up-to-date with child development, teaching resources, and instructional methods in order to make relevant changes to teaching practices
Conscientiously complete other duties as assigned