What are the responsibilities and job description for the Garden ESY Enrichment Teacher position at LARCHMONT SCHOOLS?
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Description
Primary Function: The ESY Enrichment Teacher is responsible for providing an educational program through the garden that will lead our students to be appreciative of seasonal patterns, observant of changes and causes and effects in the garden, and responsible stewards of the planet. Through the guidance of the ESY Enrichment Teacher, students experience seasonal eating through the school year, developing their understanding of the power of eating locally grown seasonal foods. The ESY Teacher collaborates with the Edible Schoolyard team to develop a garden curriculum. The ESY Enrichment Teacher manages parent volunteers to work with students and support garden maintenance. This position is also responsible for supporting the academic and socio/emotional growth of our diverse group of students. The ESY Enrichment Teacher communicates regularly with parents and establishes positive relationships with all stakeholders in our learning community. As an affiliate of Edible Schoolyard, this position supports the involvement of our students in farming of the garden and preparing, serving, and eating food as a means of awakening their senses and encouraging awareness and appreciation of the transformative values of nourishment, community, and stewardship of the land.
Essential Functions:
Lead students to rigorous and measurable academic outcomes by:
- Supporting the design of a rigorous, well-rounded, environmentally sensitive garden/cooking program
- Planning, preparing, and implementing garden lesson plans that utilize a variety of instructional strategies based in constructivism
- Differentiating teaching based on the diverse and individual needs of all students
- Maintaining high expectations for students’ learning and overall conduct
- Assisting lead teachers with instruction in the general classroom during the times you are not teaching to support with subject matter integration
- Participating regularly in professional development and reflecting on teaching practice
- Communicating and building positive relationships with students, students’ families, colleagues and other stakeholders
- Working collaboratively in a professional learning community and participating in curriculum and developmental programs, as applicable.
- Using multiple student learning outcomes to inform learning progress and instructional practices
- Developing authentic ways of assessing student progress, and maintaining records of student learning
- Maintaining adequate records of student learning
Classroom Management, Relationships, and Tone
- Create a healthy and safe learning environment and build personal relationships with all students that demonstrate respect and compassion for all and supports student success.
- Maintain a classroom atmosphere that is safe, accepting, positive, and interactive.
- Create opportunities for students to learn with and from each other through varied groupings, partnerships, and shared learning experiences.
Communications
- Communicate effectively, both orally & in writing, with students, parents, & other professionals routinely.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with parents to support student learning.
- Respond to parent and colleague communications in a respectful and timely manner.
- Complete and submit weekly lesson plans to supervisor and involved colleagues in a timely manner.
- Participate professionally in scheduled meetings
Professionalism and Teamwork
• Model professional behaviors and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and the broader community.
Other Functions:
- Adhering to school policies, procedures and deadlines
- Assist in yard supervision during recess and lunch periods
- Assist in before/afterschool carpool
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Assist in other school programs when necessary
Knowledge of:
Constructivist learning theory and its translation and application in the grade level of assignment; Classroom management strategies and approaches to creating and maintaining a classroom environment of safety, respect, and learning; Cultural and socio-economic differences in the student population; Conflict resolution strategies to support healthy social development in children; Professional skills for collaboration and teamwork with other education professionals; Written and oral communications skills.
Ability to:
Apply constructivist theory to curriculum development; Translate standards into creative, integrated, project-based activities; Create and maintain a safe, respectful learning environment; Meet the needs of a diverse student population; Support student social and emotional development; Work collaboratively and professionally with the Larchmont Schools team; Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to support student success. Use modern technology for teaching, communicating and reporting.
Physical Requirements:
Continual speaking; standing for long periods of time; frequent sitting, reaching, walking, bending, grasping and pinching; occasional lifting and carrying, squatting, twisting or kneeling.
Environment:
Uneven surfaces, noise, quick work pace. Requires that the incumbent work effectively under stressful situations and respond to the unpredictable behaviors of students. Frequent use of computer screen. Occasionally involves working outdoors and exposure to inclement weather. Infrequently involves exposure to traffic congestion. May rarely involve exposure to biohazardous waste.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- TB Test clearance & DOJ finger-printing clearance
- 3 successful years working with school-aged children
- Familiarity with constructivist pedagogy
- An enthusiasm for curriculum development to support a growing school program.
- Valid Multiple Subject Teaching Credential or Single Subject Teaching Credential in Science (preferred)
Salary : $30 - $48