Middle School Humanities Teacher & Advisor (Grades 5-8)

About the Employer

The Spring Hill School is an independent school that believes in developing the whole child by providing strong academics and social-emotional learning to foster a lifelong love of learning. Our guiding values are: The Unique Potential of Each Child Academic Excellence Experiential Learning Community & Diversity Sustainability and Global Engagement. Teachers at The Spring Hill School are passionate innovative and dedicated members of the school community who work together to offer an engaging curriculum that promotes critical thinking and intellectual curiosity. We support our students to develop meaningful relationships with peers and faculty based on honesty respect and responsibility. We are a dedicated team of professionals who work closely together to create cross-curricular learning for all grade levels and maintain a positive work environment for all.

Job Summary

Job Summary

The Middle School Humanities Teacher & Advisor teaches Reading Writing & Social Studies to students in grades 58 through an integrated inquiry-based approach that fosters curiosity critical thinking communication & civic addition to classroom teaching the successful candidate serves as an advisor partnering closely with students & families to support each childs academic social-emotional & personal Responsibilities- Teach engaging Reading Writing & Social Studies courses for students in grades 58 using inquiry-based student-centered instructional practices.- Design meaningful learning experiences that integrate critical thinking discussion research project-based learning & authentic assessment.- Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs interests & strengths of students.- Create a classroom culture that is inclusive respectful intellectually engaging & developmentally responsive.- Foster students literacy communication collaboration & problem-solving skills.- Serve as a middle school advisor supporting a small group of students in their academic progress executive functioning goal setting & social-emotional development.- Communicate proactively & effectively with students families & colleagues building strong partnerships that support student success.- Collaborate with faculty to develop interdisciplinary learning experiences & contribute to the life of the school.- Maintain timely & accurate student records assessments & progress reports.- Participate fully in faculty meetings professional development school events field experiences & other community responsibilities.- Supervise students during recess lunch arrival dismissal & other assigned duties.

Requirements / Qualifications

Qualifications- Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred.- California teaching credential or equivalent teaching experience preferred.- Experience teaching middle school Humanities (Reading Writing Social Studies Public Speaking).- Strong understanding of adolescent development and best practices in middle school education.- Experience with project-based experiential inquiry-based or interdisciplinary learning.- Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction and support diverse learners.- Commitment to creating an inclusive classroom where all students feel known valued and challenged.- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.- Collaborative flexible and reflective educator with a growth mindset.- Strong organizational skills and effective classroom management.- Comfort integrating educational technology to enhance teaching and learning.- Experience serving as an advisor or mentor to middle school students is preferred.

Requirements / Qualifications

Qualifications- Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred.- California teaching credential or equivalent teaching experience preferred.- Experience teaching middle school Humanities (Reading Writing Social Studies Public Speaking).- Strong understanding of adolescent development and best practices in middle school education.- Experience with project-based experiential inquiry-based or interdisciplinary learning.- Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction and support diverse learners.- Commitment to creating an inclusive classroom where all students feel known valued and challenged.- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.- Collaborative flexible and reflective educator with a growth mindset.- Strong organizational skills and effective classroom management.- Comfort integrating educational technology to enhance teaching and learning.- Experience serving as an advisor or mentor to middle school students is preferred.

Comments and Other Information

The ideal candidate is someone who:- Builds authentic trusting relationships with students.- Brings enthusiasm creativity and curiosity to the classroom.- Enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues across disciplines.- Values experiential learning and believes students learn best through active engagement.- Is committed to continuous professional growth and reflective practice.- Contributes positively to a warm inclusive and mission-driven school community.

Comments and Other Information

The ideal candidate is someone who:- Builds authentic trusting relationships with students.- Brings enthusiasm creativity and curiosity to the classroom.- Enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues across disciplines.- Values experiential learning and believes students learn best through active engagement.- Is committed to continuous professional growth and reflective practice.- Contributes positively to a warm inclusive and mission-driven school community.

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