Fifth Grade Teacher

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Posted: 25-Apr-24

Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Type: Full Time

Salary: Salary based on experience

Categories

Elementary Teacher

Preferred Education

Masters

St. Peter’s School is an independent, coeducational, non-sectarian Preschool through Eighth Grade school, educating approximately 160 students in the center of historic Philadelphia for over 180 years. We are seeking a dynamic full-time classroom teacher for our Fifth Grade who has experience planning an integrated curriculum, is committed to academic excellence, DEIB, and engaging learners to be committed citizens of their communities. This role is suitedor a teacher who understands the social and emotional growth and development of young children, and has a student-centered and creative approach to learning. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and

organizational skills, and the motivation to work collaboratively as a team with current teachers to build a sense of community in and outside of the classroom.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrates strong classroom management skills
• Ensures that multicultural themes and diverse perspectives are incorporated throughout the curriculum
• Partners with families to nurture the child’s social and emotional growth
• Is responsible for ongoing assessment and communication with families and the Education Program Director, Director of Teaching and Learning, Learning Support, and fellow teachers
• Works collaboratively and respectfully with all members of the faculty and administration
• Embraces a project-based learning curriculum and implements integrated curriculum across content areas
• Establishes positive and productive relationships with students based on mutual respect and good will
• Uses a variety of teaching techniques suitable to the developmental age and needs of the students and subject matter being taught
• Applies a integrated theme-based Humanities model for social studies, language arts and writing
• Provides differentiated instruction when appropriate and encourages student-led learning
• Uses a variety of technology formats to collaborate, publish, and engage with peers, families, and colleagues
• Attends faculty meetings, school events, pursues professional development opportunities, and contributes to committees on campus
• Is willing to and capable of teaching online when needed
• Assists with additional duties as needed or assigned including recess, dismissal, and lunch
• Meets all expectations regarding job responsibilities in a professional and timely manner
• Models ethical and professional behavior
• Demonstrates a commitment to and actively supports the School and its mission
• To honor the richness of childhood, foster mastery of academic principles, and educate students to be generous and committed citizens of their communities and the world.

A degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education is required. While a Master’s degree is not required, advanced coursework or training is preferred, as well as previous teaching experience in public or independent schools.

Salary will be determined based on experience.

Visit our website at www.st-peters-school.org or send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references via email with the subject line “Fifth Grade” to Diane Scirrotto at dscirrotto@st-peters-school.org

St. Peter’s School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic background, age, disability, or military service in its hiring, employment or other programs and activities.

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About St. Peter's School

St. Peter’s School is a non-sectarian, independent, and coeducational Preschool through Eighth Grade school, educating approximately 170 students in the center of Philadelphia for over 185 years. The School's Mission is to honor the richness of childhood, foster mastery of academic principles, and educate students to be generous and committed citizens of their communities and the world. St. Peter’s School is committed to engaging and preparing students for meaningful participation in a diverse society.

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