We're a community of educators dedicated to helping students develop a passion for learning while empowering them to become open-minded, principled citizens in a global community. Whitby’s staff and faculty are passionate about teaching because we ourselves are passionate about learning.

SUMMARY OF POSITION: 

Our Lower School is seeking an experienced, innovative classroom teacher who excels in a highly collaborative, co-teaching environment. First grade at Whitby is a critical year for developing both core academic foundations and student agency. We are looking for a practitioner who is as comfortable leading an explicit phonics lesson as they are facilitating a student-led inquiry. Sharing classroom responsibility with a co-teacher, you will provide the deep differentiation and small-group support necessary for first-grade success.

While experience with the IBPYP is a distinct advantage, we prioritize a commitment to the highest standards of professionalism and a desire to grow within our dynamic faculty. This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven community dedicated to our students, our colleagues, and the broader Whitby vision.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Embracing and fulfilling Whitby’s mission statement
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from an accredited college/university; Advanced degree in Literacy or Early Childhood Education preferred
• Minimum of three years’ teaching experience 
• Deep familiarity with Structured Literacy instruction
• Willingness to engage in professional development both inside and outside of the regular teacher calendar 
• Excellent work ethic, strong communication skills
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background check
• Experience facilitating inquiry-based learning; IBPYP experience preferred 

About Whitby School

A Whitby education is about allowing students to define success on their own terms by inspiring their love of learning, broadening their sense of responsibility, developing their critical thinking skills and empowering them to take action in a global community. These are the ideals that we value and they inform our teaching, learning and curriculum development each and every day. Whitby is recognized by three accrediting bodies - the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), the American Montessori Society (AMS) and the Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS). We think this is pretty amazing. This ensures we remain focused on our mission and progressive in our continued commitment to provide an exceptional learning continuum for our students. Whitby is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information on Whitby School visit www.whitbyschool.org.

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