New Teacher Institute, Town School Hiring for Lower School Resident Teacher Job at San Francisco, CA Full Time

The New Teacher Institute at Town School for Boys is seeking full-time Lower School Resident Teachers to join our collaborative, vibrant, and joyful faculty beginning mid-August 2023.

Our training program emphasizes daily teaching, curriculum planning, and professional development. The NTI provides structured training for beginning teachers including lesson observations and feedback, meetings and workshops with the cohort, support from the Head Teacher, and total immersion in the school community. Resident Teachers are considered full-time faculty and an integral part of the teaching staff.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Head Teacher to implement curriculum and manage the classroom
• Exercise sound judgment and decision-making
• Apply feedback to teaching practice
• Maintain established school procedures and a positive learning environment
• Collaborate with other grade level classroom teachers
• Perform other school related duties such as lunch and recess supervision
• Attend grade level, faculty, and professional growth meetings
• Report to the Director of Teacher Development and Strategic Initiatives

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience working with children (informal or volunteer work is welcomed)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Flexibility, adaptability, initiative
• 2-year, full-time commitment

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

Individuals with a strong interest in an elementary teaching career are encouraged to apply. Resident Teachers are paired with experienced Head Teachers for a rich learning experience. Each Lower School Resident Teacher teaches in one grade for the entire year, and there is a change in grade placement after the first year. Lower School Resident Teachers teach in grades K-4.

Apply directly through our online platform: https://town-school-for-boys.hiringthing.com/job/532559/lower-school-resident-teachers

Please note a complete application includes all of the following:

• Resume: include education and relevant work experience
• Academic Transcript(s): unofficial copies are fine
• Cover letter/Personal Statement: Describe your reasons for applying, including why you want to become a teacher and how you could contribute to the New Teacher Institute (1-2 pages typed).
• Names and Contact Information of Three Professional/Academic References

At least one must be a direct supervisor

• Letters of Recommendation are strongly encouraged

Our preference is that all materials are submitted at the same time through the online platform. Please make sure that reference letters are submitted in a timely manner if you do not submit them through the online form. Thank you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• San Francisco, CA 94115: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Work Location: One location