Elementary Teacher (K-6)

Our Mission is to provide a rich academic and cultural foundation, which ensures the joy of discovery in each child and fosters curious, creative, critical thinkers. 

NCCL School is seeking innovative, dynamic, collaborative K-6 teacher who will be responsible for  teaching reading with a phonics-based approach and / or conceptually based math with hands-on approach and co-teaching writing, social studies and science. It is important that the applicant has a background in education and understanding of child development, as well as strong communication skills. This is a unique and exciting opportunity for a passionate teacher who views a child's social and emotional development as important as academic development. An individual that sees themselves as a change maker and is conscious of their role in society. We are seeking culturally competent individuals who are able to design curriculum and choose activities that have the best chance of increasing the learning and engagement among a diverse group of students. 

In its hiring practices, NCCL School deliberately seeks to maximize the diversity of the school (in terms of race, sexual orientation, gender, ethnicity, abilities/disabilities, age, religion, class, and language). We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. 

We are looking for someone who:

• Is energetic, patient, and flexible. 
• Has the ability and desire to develop and implement curriculum, as well as a desire to teach and learn in a progressive school environment. 
• Has understanding of K-6 fundamental math concepts and the desire to teach a conceptual based math program in a hands-on way.
• Has the ability to anticipate and respond to children’s varied levels of understanding. 
• Has an Understanding Phonics/Reading concepts and desire to plan and implement a hands-on, inquiry-based curriculum. 
• Is eager to work in an engaging progressive school community, and join a supportive staff that discusses curriculum, DEI efforts, and school operations. 
• Has outside interests that will enrich our program.

Salary & Benefits: 

- $52,584 - $59,160 depending upon experience, with annual cost of living and longevity increases.
- Health Insurance - Short-term, long-term disability, and life insurance 

- Tuition remission & extended care - 401K with employer match

To learn more about our school, progressive education and on-going DEI efforts, visit our website: www.ncclschool.org
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to hiring@ncclschool.org

About NCCL School

Founded in 1971, and located in Newark, DE, NCCL School (Newark Center for Creative Learning) is an independent, progressive elementary and middle school with an enrollment of 80 students, kindergarten through 8th grade. Small, multi-age classes are led by expert teachers (10:1 ratio). Graduates leave as creative problem-solvers prepared to thrive in our complex, 21st-century world.

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