5th Grade Math and Language Arts

5th Grade Math and Language Arts Hamden Hall Country Day School - 4.1 Hamden, CT Job Details Full-time 4 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications School experience Elementary Education Teaching Certification Bachelor's degree Classroom experience Child Development Associate Certification Special Education Certification Teaching Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description Hamden Hall Country Day School (Hamden, CT), a PS - Grade 12 private school serving 700 students, is seeking a full-time 5th Grade teacher. This teacher will be responsible for planning, teaching, and monitoring the success of all learners in their classroom, with a focus on Math and Language Arts instruction. Responsibilities Provide a nurturing, student-centered, and inclusive environment for students Build a strong classroom community Work collaboratively with a co-teacher to support and extend the objectives of the curriculum Able to differentiate instruction in Math and Language Arts for a wide range of student's abilities and interests Communicate regularly with parents via phone call, Zoom, and/or e-mail Create written narrative reports twice during the school year Create written conference reports twice during the school year Embrace technology and new ways of extending students' learning and creative capacities Knowledge of and experience with the cognitive, social, and emotional issues of elementary grade students Willingness to learn and grow professionally

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education or a related field. Advanced degree preferred 2 years classroom experience

Additional Skills/Qualifications:

Strong Classroom Management, Verbal Communication, Conflict Resolution, Self-Motivation, Motivating Others, Listening, High Energy Level, Confidentiality, Emotional Control, Handles Pressure, Responsive Classroom, Being a Writer, and Envision 2024 experience is a plus. To be considered, please submit your current resume and a cover letter to Lorri Carroll, Director of Lower School at detailing your interest and experience for this role. Hamden Hall Country Day School is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Teaching:

2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person