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Posted: 27-Apr-22
Location: Washington, D.C.
Type: Full Time
Required Education: 4 Year Degree
Categories:
Elementary Teacher
National Presbyterian School, an independent, co-educational elementary school (Nursery-6th Grade) in Washington, DC, is seeking a full-time Fourth Grade Homeroom Teacher for the 2022-2023 school year.
Homeroom teachers participate fully in the life of the school. These duties and responsibilities include observing and assessing student progress, preparing written report card comments, facilitating parent-teacher conferences, attending grade level and full faculty meetings, serving on content area or school life committees, and duties related to the supervision of lunch, recess, and dismissal.
NPS faculty and staff are committed to providing an engaging academic program in a caring environment. Throughout the year, teachers are provided opportunities to participate in both school-based and off-site professional development. They also meet with administration to set long and short-term goals, and reflect on their progress and overall instructional practice.
The ideal candidate will possess a thorough knowledge for his/her teaching assignment and will have demonstrated success in teaching elementary age students. He or she will collaborate with other Fourth Grade teachers to plan and implement whole group and small group instruction in the areas of literacy, mathematics, and social studies. In prospective candidates, NPS is looking for educators who possess the skills and passion necessary to inspire learning and enhance the overall educational experience by fostering students’ academic, ethical, social, and emotional development in accordance with the National Presbyterian School mission, philosophy, and Core Values.
Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree and demonstrate successful experience with elementary school-aged children. Individuals interested in applying for this position should please send a cover letter, resume, and at least three references to Mrs. Susanne Rusan, Upper Division Director, at srusan@nps-dc.org.