Details
Posted: 17-May-22
Location: Haddonfield, New Jersey
Type: Full Time
Preferred Education: 4 Year Degree
Categories:
Early Childhood
Elementary Teacher
Haddonfield Friends School is seeking an experienced teacher for the Early Childhood Center (ECC) for the 2022-2023 school year. The qualified teacher will have an understanding of and affinity for Quaker philosophy, a strong desire to engage in lifelong learning, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
Strong candidates will bring:
- 3-5 years teaching/assistant experience in the Early Childhood/Primary classroom
- Ability to teach to the whole child, including enthusiasm for inquiry and project-based learning, field trip planning, and service integration
- Ability to guide students to gain autonomy, interact socially, and use kind words to peacefully resolve conflict
- Understanding of and willingness to meet the individual needs of children, including diapering and potty training, other needs related to personal care/hygiene
- Ability to think on their feet
- Openness to collaboration and planning with Early Childhood Center colleagues and faculty across all grade levels
- Patience and a genuine understanding of child development and respectful behavior management strategies
- A rich repertoire of teaching strategies to address a variety of learning styles and needs
- Strong communication skills
- Strong technology skills and experience with technology integration in the classroom
- Commitment to continuous professional learning, including understanding and application of current research
- An ability to meet varied tasks and responsibilities with integrity, enthusiasm, creativity, flexibility, and humor
- Early Childhood Certification Preferred