Grade 2 Lead Teacher, Maternity Leave

About the role

Brookwood seeks an outstanding grade 2 lead teacher that has a deep knowledge of child development and best practices for teaching elementary age students, exceptional written/verbal communication skills, and an infectious sense of fun. Dedicated to graduating students that are upstanding global citizens who embrace a culture of curiosity, kindness, and academic accomplishment, Brookwood actively pursues candidates with a strong focus on multiculturalism, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a curriculum that reflects developmental and academic benchmarks and fosters social-emotional growth, meeting all students' unique journey along the learning continuum
• Communicate regularly with faculty, administration, and parents about the academic, social, and emotional health of students
• Monitor learning through assessments and observations
• Engage in professional development to advance diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging goals at Brookwood
• Supervise recess, snack, and lunch times to support students' ability to transfer social skills learned in the classroom to less structured venues

Requirements

• Master's degree in related field preferred
• Three years of elementary-level lead classroom teacher experience
• Commitment to culturally proficient teaching practices and social/emotional learning
• Teaching Licensure
• Experience with curriculum such as: Responsive Classroom, Illustrative Math, RULER, Learning for Justice Social Justice Standards

Qualifications

• Well versed in current educational research in literacy development
• Strong pedagogy in mathematics and social studies
• Knowledgeable in current best practices and shows evidence of the ability to build a positive classroom community and strong partnerships with families
• Puts students' needs at the center of decision-making
• Self-reflective educator who models a growth mindset
• Inspiration to and collaborator with a high-performing faculty