Preschool Teacher

Bixby School nurtures childrens love of learning as they discover their individual gifts and prepare to make meaningful contributions to their world.Job Title: Preschool TeacherProgram: Early ChildhoodReports to: Academic DirectorEmployment Status: Full-time (.9 FTE); ExemptReport to Work Dates:. All days that the program is in session. This includes the academic school year and 8 weeks of summer camp. Workday hours are 9am-5pm, subject to change depending on program needs and enrollment.Background:Founded in 1970, Bixby School is a small independent school serving approximately 110 students from preschool through 5th grade. Some of the defining characteristics of a Bixby education include small classes of students who demonstrate a wide range of individual needs and strengths, and a strong focus on the social-emotional growth, independence, and creativity of students. Our students days are richly balanced with academics, play, movement, music, art, and sports. Bixby is a close, supportive community of positive, dedicated staff and families who have returned over generations. Bixby students are curious, kind and fun!Position Summary: A Core Belief of Bixby School is that committed, well-qualified teachers are fundamental to the success of our school. As a Bixby School teacher, you will nurture students cognitive, academic, social and emotional growth and development in a manner that reflects Bixbys mission to: nurtures childrens love of learning as they discover their individual gifts and prepare to make meaningful contributions to their world.DailyAs a co-teacher in a mixed-age classroom, provide opportunities for children to learn through play, actively and imaginatively engage with others, and create spaces for children to explore and construct meaning in the world around them Design and deliver preschool curriculum, including preparation of all instructional materials and resources needed to effectively execute instructional plansMaintain a patient, creative, and student-centered classroom environmentWork collaboratively with other professionals in planning instruction to meet students needs and fuel the embers of individual student strengths Differentiate instruction and the classroom environment to implement accommodations and extensionsSupport students social-emotional and academic developmentMaintain compliance with all applicable licensing regulations within the classroom at all timesSupport the mission and core beliefs of Bixby SchoolModel Bixbys values of Respect, Responsibility and Empathy Employee shall be expected to report to work on all of the days during which the program in which the Employee is employed is in operation, as indicated on the school calendar, a copy of which has been delivered to the Employee. Weekly: Contribute to parent communications through newsletters, Bixby Buzz, Brightwheel, and othersStudent supervision, including lunch, Yard supervision, etc.Periodically/As Needed:Document student growth and performance using authentic, mission-aligned evidence (e.g. student work, photos/videos, student reflections, observations, etc.)Maintain and update at least monthly, comprehensive student portfolios consisting of a curated collection of each students worksuch as writing samples, projects, artwork, and photosgathered over time to showcase their social, emotional and academic learning journey, growth, and accomplishments over the course of the academic yearAt least monthly, update classroom set-up to address developmental domains as required by Colorado Early Childhood StandardsRespond to parent inquiries and participate in parent conferencesPromptly document any student concerns, including academic, behavioral, physical, emotional or social; and notify the Academic Director or other appropriate school administrator Promptly document and report any suspected student neglect or abuse in accordance with Colorado Mandatory Reporter lawsMaintain a clean, organized, and aesthetically "Bixby-aligned" learning environment that meets applicable health and safety standardsEnsure all behavioral or medical incidents are promptly documented via Brightwheel and communicated to leadership and parents as soon as practical but no later than within 4 hours or the end of the school day, whichever occurs first.Maintain current knowledge of topics relevant to your classroomParticipate in all-staff meetings and professional development/in-service activitiesAnnually: Prepare for and participate in school-wide events such as Spring Sing Along, Auction, Early Childhood Art Show, and other community events according to the employee handbookPrepare for and participate in school-wide events such as assemblies, events, performances, work days, faculty in-service days, and retreats, as appropriate for the preschool program Contribute to student assessments and reports (Fall and Spring Reports, etc.)Lead and support parent home visits and conferencesSupport activities related to fundraising and community building, such as Family Hike, Annual Auction, and other community events, according to the employee handbookRenew yourself and deepen your understanding of the Bixby School curriculum, behaviors, and mindsets, child development, diversity, and enrollment retention through continued education and professional developmentSuch other duties as may be assigned from time to timeQualification Requirements:Bachelors degree in education or related field, or equivalent experienceCertified Early Childhood Teacher by the state of ColoradoExperience working with student populations with diverse gifts and support needsCurrent First Aid, CPR, Universal Precautions, and Medication Administration certification Enjoys spending time and engaging with young children and other educators Committed to personal and professional growth Sense of humor Self-aware, able to ask for help when neededCurious about others and the world around themBelief in the value of a diverse community and committed to fostering an inclusive environment for a diverse communityCommitted to a differentiated, whole-person approach to educationExcellent oral and written communication skillsHighly collaborative Physical Requirements:Able to continuously walk, stand, climb stairs, and sitFrequent bending or stooping, and reaching above shoulder levelAble to lift up to 40 poundsCompensation This position is a full-time, exempt position. Minimum starting annual salary $52,000-$62,000 depending upon qualifications. Employees of Bixby School receive a competitive set of benefits including employer-paid health insurance, employer-matching contributions to a tax-deferred retirement plan, tuition remission for children of employees, ongoing professional development, daily chef-prepared lunch, and amazing colleagues. Inclusive Community; Non-Discrimination:In pursuit of our mission to ...prepare [children] to make meaningful contributions to the world, Bixby School actively works to foster a diverse community, in which all students, families, faculty and staff are full and accepted members of the school community, Bixby School provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran.
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