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 JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for all areas of the classroom, with a content focus in math and social studies. The middle school teacher fosters a classroom environment favorable to student learning and personal growth. The teacher motivates students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge to provide an educational foundation that supports each students’ unlimited potential.

This position includes but is not limited to the following duties:

• Plans and implements lessons in 6th grade mathematics.
• Plans and implements lessons in 6th grade social studies.
• Creates a yearly lesson plan and maintains a plan book on a daily basis.
• When students are on campus for school days the requirement is that teachers will be physically present on campus to provide in-person supervision and instruction.
• Conducts all teaching and learning activities associated with this position in the event of a required shift to remote learning.
• Establishes effective classroom management and student discipline systems.
• Regularly assesses students and maintains assessment documentation.
• Plans and leads classroom character education activities.
• Supervises students during recesses, lunches, and before/after school as assigned by the administration.
• Participates in Depth of Study—teacher professional development—groups (and other meetings).
• Works collaboratively and productively with the Upper Division Director, Assistant Head of School: Teaching and Learning and the partner 6th grade teacher to develop curriculum, instruction and assessment (as well as fostering individual, department, and school goals).
• Facilitates advisory and student-led clubs, when applicable.
• Participates in regular and effective communication with parents as partners in students’ education.
• Keeps current with the subject matter.
• Analyzes data to inform instruction.
• Utilizes components of a workshop classroom, e.g. lesson structure (mini-lesson, mid workshop, share), individual conferences, small group work.
• Actively engages SEL professional development and implementation.
• Actively participates in school enrollment management initiatives.
• Follows guidelines for fulfillment of duties as described in the Employee Handbook.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• In harmony with the teachings of Christian Science
• Bachelor of Arts/Science degree (required)
• K–8 Teaching Credential (preferred)
• Experience teaching multiple-subjects (preferred)
• Ability to provide proof of COVID vaccination (or exemption)
• Live Scan and TB clearance

 SKILLS:

• Strong knowledge of math pedagogy
• Fosters a collaborative learning environment for both teachers and students.
• Exhibits a growth mindset.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Takes initiative and is a self-starter.
• Thoughtfully and effectively communicates with colleagues, students, parents, and teachers.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships; is a team player and puts relationships first.
• Teaches with courage and emotional agility–a high level of emotional intelligence is required.
• Moves through uncertainty and adversity with grace and balance.
• Ability to give and receive feedback effectively and efficiently.
• Commitment to BHS diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives.
• Has a working knowledge and proficient use of Microsoft Office, and g suite
• Knowledge of MacBooks, iPads and associated applications and technologies

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regularly sits, talks, and listens
• Be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly uses close and distance vision
• Works at desk and computer screen for extended periods of time
• Turns, bends, and reaches
• Works in traditional, climate-controlled office environment
• Ability to walk 60-acre campus