What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fourth Grade Teacher position at Desert View Learning Center?
Desert View Learning Center is seeking a full time team teacher for fourth grade. This is an opportunity to work in a private, non-profit, K through 4 school. Established in 1973, Desert View Learning Center (DVLC) is an open, accepting learning environment for grades kindergarten through fourth grade based on a philosophy of individualized instruction in a noncompetitive classroom atmosphere. Children of different ages are encouraged to work and play in a variety of flexible groupings and to learn from each other. Parents take an active role on campus and in their children's education. The desert surrounding the school is a central feature of the educational experience for DVLC students. The ideal candidate will be ready to join a tight-knit community of teachers and families, all of whom support and contribute to the special culture of the school.
Requirements:
- Elementary Education Certification
- Fingerprint Card
- Experience providing instruction to elementary aged children
- Experience lesson planning
- Having positive relationship with specialist teachers and colleagues
- Working in a team model with other teachers to collaborate on field trips, rules, projects, assessments, student needs, and lesson planning
- Creates a warm classroom environment that provides opportunities for classroom engagement
- Establishing positive relationships with students, their families, and colleagues
- Keeping excellent student records and using data to make informed decisions about differentiation in the classroom
- Communicating proactively with parents and school administration about student progress or challenges through written narrative reports, in-person conversations, or via telephone or email
- Supporting students applying to fifth grade at other school (helping parents identify the best school for their child, writing recommendation forms, etc)
This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee in this position. Employees are required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by those authorized to give instructions or assignments.
Compensation:
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Benefits include insurance
- Competitive 401K package available
- Calendar: 10 Month Position (August - May)
- School hours are 8:30-2:30 Monday-Friday
- Teachers are typically on campus from 7:50 am to 3:50 pm
How to Apply:
All interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to Lauren Brown, Executive Director, lbrown@desertviewlearningcenter.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $43,567.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Teaching: 5 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Paradise Valley, AZ 85253: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $43,567 - $55,000