Ojai Valley School is a pre-kindergarten to grade 12 boarding and day school located on two campuses in Ojai, California. The Lower Campus serves students in grades PK-8 and the Upper Campus serves students in grades 9-12.

Summary of Position 

The elementary teacher will be responsible for the effective execution of grade-level curriculum, instruction, programs, and activities. The ideal candidate will work effectively as a member of a grade-level team to plan all aspects of the program. Qualified candidates should demonstrate a passion for teaching elementary-age students, a growth mindset, flexibility, a commitment to ongoing professional development, strong communication skills, and the skills to engage and inspire students. The elementary teacher is responsible for maintaining an engaging classroom environment, assessing and reporting the progress of the students, leading parent conferences, and managing parent communication. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

1. Leads students by example and otherwise, adhering to the guidelines of the school Course of Study and Faculty Training Manual. 
2. Organizes the methodology of respective courses to satisfy individual needs and preparation for the following grade level. 
3. Communicates with the administration, parents, and dorm parents regarding student progress.
4. Maintains a warm and positive environment in the classroom, while establishing and managing classroom rules and regulations. 
5. Cares for and protects the safety of the students and is versed in emergency and disaster procedures. Is thoroughly advised and clear about role during emergency and disaster procedures, and provides leadership with emergency and disaster procedures. 
6. Prepares course objectives and outlines for the Course of Study following curriculum guidelines, satisfying state and local requirements. 
7. Checks homework. 
8. Lectures, demonstrates, and uses audiovisual teaching aids to present subject matter to class. 
9. Prepares, administers, and corrects tests and records results. 
10.  Assigns lessons, corrects papers, and hears oral presentations. 
11. Takes roll and promptly reports to the Front Office. 
12. Supports and participates in the Outdoor Education Program. 
13.  Accompanies classes to special events and school functions. 
14.  Communicates with parents, dorm parents, and administration on a regular basis. 
15.  Displays student’s work around the school and in publications. 
16.  Teaches rules of conduct. 
17.  Maintains order and discipline in the classroom. 
18.  Counsels students and reviews grades on a continual basis. 
19. Coordinates and contributes to class field trips. 
20. Contributes to Family Tree and/or other school publications. 
21. Gives instructions to students regarding desirable health and personal habits. 
22. Provides pre and after-school tutoring for students in need. 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; prior teaching experience required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to calculate grades, and possesses basic skills to work with budgets.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

1. Current CPR and First Aid preferred.
2. California Driver's License preferred.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

1. Ability to use training and experience to teach children of all ages.
2. Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control.
3. Good character, integrity, and adaptability.
4. Ability to supervise children of all ages.
5. Ability to relate to one’s peers.

About Ojai Valley School

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