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Oregon Episcopal School Hiring for Third Grade Teacher Job at Portland, OR Full Time
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Third Grade Teacher, Portland
- Develop an intellectually challenging and creative program with developmentally appropriate and research-based practices.
- Implement an academically strong, inquiry-based and differentiated curriculum.
- Individualize instruction and educate the whole child.
- Be responsible for teaching in a self-contained classroom.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues in a spirit of openness and cooperation.
- Use a variety of best curricular approaches including reading workshop, writing process, experiential learning, cycle of inquiry, and conceptual and manipulative-based math approaches.
- Utilize a variety of instructional and assessment methods.
- Integrate technology to support student learning.
- Develop familiarity with a framework for understanding students’ individual strengths, affinities, and challenges.
- Engage in professional growth and development activities including the School’s DEIA programming.
- BA/BS or equivalent in relevant discipline
- Three years’ elementary classroom teaching experience
- Team teaching experience
- Experience with and skill in working with students from diverse ethnic, gender, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds
- Intercultural competence, ability to interact appropriately with a diverse array of students, coworkers, family members; ability to teach diverse groups of students effectively, demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion
- IT skills: general digital literacy, intermediate to advanced Google Suite, MS Office Suite, database, web applications, video conferencing, etc. as appropriate to job duties, experience with applicable educational technology
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
- Documentation of Covid-19 vaccination
- MA/MS or equivalent in relevant discipline
- Experience teaching in an independent school setting
- Experience teaching remotely
- Ability to grow professionally and to stay abreast of changes in education
- Interpersonal skills, ability to collaborate, work effectively on teams, and maintain collegial relations with colleagues
- Ability to consistently apply principles of equity, inclusion, and anti-racism on a day to day basis in the classroom and in the broader workplace community
- Knowledge of educational technology; openness to innovation, willingness to learn, ability to integrate evolving IT into curriculum
- Strong organizational skills
- Classroom environment, ability to sit and keyboard for moderate periods
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis with or without assistance
- Mobility sufficient to move about the campus and assure the safety of young children
- Ability to see and communicate clearly with students, parents, and groups of individuals
General Information
Job Title:
Third Grade Teacher
Location:
6300 SW Nicol Road
Portland, OR, 97223
United States
Employee Type:
Full Time Academic Year
Required Degree:
4 Year Degree
Contact Information
Name:
Stephen Pyle
Email:
Description
OUR MISSION: Oregon Episcopal School prepares students for higher education and lifelong learning by inspiring intellectual, physical, social, emotional, artistic, and spiritual growth so that they may realize their power for good as citizens of local and world communities.
ABOUT US: Oregon Episcopal School occupies a wooded 59 acre campus where 880 students in Pre-K through 12th Grade share an excellent faculty, an inquiry based curriculum, and a strong sense of community. The School values employees who seek to continually develop the OES Essential Competencies in themselves and others and are prepared to engage in a vibrant, culturally diverse learning community.
JOB SUMMARY: The Lower School teacher provides classroom instruction to students following OES standards and methods for instruction. Lower School teachers at OES promote curiosity and the exploration of ideas and concepts while fostering an appreciation for lifelong learning. They cultivate in students the OES values of community, social responsibility, and respect for individual differences. In addition to the qualifications detailed below, the successful teacher will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to support the School’s educational mission. Teachers are guided by the Learning and Teaching at OES faculty growth model. Reports directly to the Lower School division head.
This is a full-time, academic year position that comes with a competitive salary, abundant professional development opportunities, and a generous benefits package. For more information on benefits at OES visit the OES Benefits Guide. Covid-19 vaccination required.
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Summary
Management reserves the right to change or add to this job description at any time.
Oregon Episcopal School does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), disability, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristic or status.
