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Posted: 26-Nov-24
Location: Bethesda, Maryland
Type: Full Time
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Stone Ridge is seeking a Grade 5 English Teacher to begin work in August 2025.
Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart, a member of the international Network of Sacred Heart Schools, is a Catholic, independent college preparatory school for girls, Grades 1-12, with a co-educational Early Childhood Program, Pre-Kindergarten, and Kindergarten in Bethesda, Maryland. With over 700 students, and rooted in the Goals of Sacred Heart education, Stone Ridge inspires young women to lead and serve, through lives of purpose that integrate faith, intellect, community, social action, and personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom.
The Middle School English Teacher is responsible for designing a standards-based curriculum for middle-grade students in alignment with the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Education. In particular, the English Teacher will guide students to:
- Acquire developmentally appropriate skill and confidence in analytical and persuasive writing;
- Practice and strengthen reading comprehension and critical reading strategies;
- Become adept at literary analysis;
- Acquire a sound foundational knowledge of grammatical mechanics and syntax;
- Broaden their written and spoken vocabulary;
- Develop and effectively implement research skills;
- Embrace a love of literature while honing critical thinking skills; and
- Develop life-long learning habits.
In addition, the candidate should possess:
- experience teaching Reading and Writing Workshops;
- expert knowledge of the elements of literary analysis and writing mechanics;
- comprehensive understanding of and dedication to student-centered pedagogy, writing instruction, and discussion-based classrooms;
- a record of maintaining a challenging curriculum within a nurturing environment;
- a willingness and ability to use differentiated instruction in the classroom;
Working closely with departmental and grade-level colleagues, the successful English teacher will:
- design and update lesson plans for content, skill-building, and continuity of curriculum;
- embrace experiential, interdisciplinary, and inquiry-based learning approaches;
- actively collaborate with Learning Strategists, Educational Technologists, and with the Middle School Counselor to develop strategies to support all students;
- work with and meaningfully contribute to a collegial group of teachers who are dedicated to teamwork;
- attend all faculty and employee meetings, and in-house professional development sessions;
- serve as a student advisor;
- fulfill other faculty duties; and
- maintain good communication with families about student progress through regular progress reports, report cards, and responses to parents’ inquiries.
Requirements:
- Teaching experience in the field of English (or a related field) and demonstrated expertise in pedagogy and instruction.
- A Bachelor's Degree in English (or a related field) and/or Education; Masters Degree preferred;
- Familiarity with or experience teaching in the model of Understanding by Design, the School’s chosen pedagogical model.
- A growth mindset and commitment to professional development.
- A demonstrated collaborative spirit, organizational skills, and creativity.
- An authentic understanding of the mission and the School’s Catholic identity.
Early career candidates are encouraged to apply, especially those with an interest in developing the pedagogy, career, and profession of education. Compensation includes competitive benefits and salary commensurate with experience.
Stone Ridge is looking for an educator who is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and who has experience or interest in teaching in independent, Catholic schools, public, or charter schools. Applicants of diverse, underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Please upload a resume, list of references, and cover letter addressed to Ms. Courtney Perna, Human Resources Manager, all in PDF format.