ELEMENTARY TEACHER

The Elementary Teacher at Wise School works with a team of teachers. With your colleagues, you will design and implement curriculum, differentiate learning as needed, and proactively communicate with parents. You will create and maintain a nurturing and supportive classroom environment, while implementing positive behavior support and classroom management. A supportive administrative team will provide needed guidance and professional development.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaches literacy (reading, writing, language arts), mathematics, and social studies in the general studies classroom. Works in the classroom to support each student’s differentiated academic needs, helping all students access the curriculum. Work with your grade-level team, as well as specialist teachers, to plan curriculum and programming, and implement best practices for teaching and learning. Collegially collaborate with team members, staff, and administration to support student learning and growth. When necessary, design and facilitate online learning using the technology tools and platforms provided. Attend and actively participate in all-staff meetings and trainings. Attend school functions that support the school’s mission and vision, both during and outside the normal school day. As a key staff member in our religious educational institution, role‑model the tenets of our faith on a daily basis to our members and the broader Temple community, participating in transmitting the expectations and values of our faith and playing a critical and essential role in the Temple’s ability to minister to the daily needs of our students and members. Standard school hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and unless otherwise approved, you are expected to be on site during those hours. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

College degree and current teaching credential. Excellent writing and communication skills. Elementary experience preferred. Diplomatic, tactful, and possessing the ability to show grace under pressure. Empathetic to the needs and differing dynamics of families who attend the school. Strong interpersonal relationship‑building skills; team‑oriented. Strong organizational skills; self‑motivated and responsible. Strong educational technology skills preferred, or strong willingness to learn. Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of Stephen Wise Temple and Wise Schools. Reflective practitioner with a growth mindset.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times. Must be able to sit on the floor and get up and down with ease. Must be able to move quickly and respond to children in emergency situations. Must be able to see, hear, and respond to children’s needs, including during active play. Must be able to work indoors or outdoors as needed, in various weather conditions. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch for extended periods of time. Have visual acuity including close and distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Stephen S. Wise Temple