Elementary Language Arts teacher

Mendham Country Day | Basking Ridge, NJ

  
CountySomerset
Posted Date 11/21/2024
Expiration Date12/21/2024
Description

Our school is dedicated to fostering a love of learning in a supportive, academically focused environment. As a small private school, we take pride in our personalized approach to education and our commitment to academic excellence. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to develop their full potential, and we are looking for a passionate and creative teacher to join our team.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Elementary Language Arts Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating a dynamic and engaging learning environment, fostering a love for reading, writing, and communication, and helping students develop strong language arts skills that will serve them throughout their education.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver engaging lessons in reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and spelling.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive classroom culture where students feel encouraged and motivated to succeed.
  • Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback and adjusting instruction as needed.
  • Collaborate with other faculty and staff to support interdisciplinary learning and school-wide goals.
  • Maintain communication with parents regarding student progress, behavior, and classroom activities.
  • Contribute to the school community by participating in events, extracurricular activities, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, or a related field.
  • Strong knowledge of elementary language arts curriculum and best practices in literacy instruction.
  • Passion for working with children and creating an environment that fosters academic growth.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a small school setting.

Compensation: 

  • Salary is based on experience and qualifications.
  • This is a school year positon with the option to extend into the summer and beyond. 
  • Salary range $48,000 - $50,000
  • Additioanl benifits discussed as part of the interview process
County
Somerset
Type of Job (PreK-12 or Higher Ed.)
PreK-12

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