Third Grade Lead Teacher

Details Posted: 26-Jun-26 Location: Oakland, California Type: Full Time Salary: $72685-$140,000 per year Categories Elementary Teacher Required Education 4 Year Degree Reports To: K-8 Director Position Type: Full-Time, Faculty, Exempt Bentley School is a K-12 co-educational, independent day school located on two campuses in Oakland (K-8) and Lafayette (9-12), California. Founded in 1920, Bentley School's legacy of excellence in teaching and learning maximizes student success in college and throughout their lives. Bentley is an inclusive community that shares a vision of academic achievement, balance, and the cultivation of character. Engaging in continual reflection, re-assessment, and pursuit of mission-driven pedagogical practices, Bentley faculty members maintain a growth mindset by observing and learning from each other and participating in robust professional development. Teachers are expected to align unequivocally with student growth and success, establishing pedagogical objectives that are consistent with students’ development, reflecting high expectations along with demonstrated flexibility based on student achievement. Beyond the classroom, Bentley faculty members participate meaningfully in aspects of student and campus life serving as role models of compassion, respect, justice, and inclusivity as citizens of the world. Criteria Self-motivated individuals who want to play an integral role in a dynamic school community. Responsibilities (including But Not Limited To) Planning and implementing core curriculum as a lead teacherWorking collaboratively with administration, grade-level teachers, specialists, and teaching associatesDeveloping and maintaining positive relationships with colleagues, students, and familiesWorking and communicating effectively with parents in formal and informal conferences, written reports, newsletters, and other school-approved channelsSupporting and following school policies and proceduresCreating a positive learning environment both remotely and on campus, where students thrive academicallyPlanning, implementing, and assessing grade-level language arts, math, social studies, and science curriculaCollaborating with the team to implement innovative curricula in which both academic and social-emotional growth are consideredEngaging in regular supervisory duties, including drop off, recess, lunch, and pick upAttending regular faculty, grade-level, and weekly department meetingsAttend and participate in various school events as needed, including but not limited to: Open Houses, Curriculum Nights, Admissions events, assemblies, and other special eventsBeing a positive and contributing member of the Bentley communityCommunicating effectively with parents through conferences, and report writingA passion for working with young childrenMentoring a Teacher Associate and supporting them in their professional development Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and/or Master's in elementary education or related field preferredThree (3) to five (5) years’ experience in an interdisciplinary elementary environmentAbility and willingness to work with students in large and small group settings using multiple teaching methods to reach a broad range of students Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of educational technologyExperience with Responsive Classroom, Reading and Writing Workshop, as well as inquiry-based instructional practices in math preferredDesire to continually examine one’s practice with the goal of improving student learningExperience in innovative course design, planning, implementation, and assessmentA desire to collaborate in a dynamic community of teachers and administratorsExperience in innovative course design, planning, implementation, and assessmentExcellent interpersonal, writing, and communication skillsCommitment to issues of diversity, leadership, inclusion, and equity; Candidates who reflect the broad range of diversity of the Bay Area are encouraged to apply Pay Range Bentley uses a competitive salary scale, which takes into account experience, education, and skill level. The salary scale for this position ranges from $72,685 for teachers with no prior teaching experience to $140,000 for teachers with over 40 years of prior experience. How To Apply Please submit a letter of interest, a CV/resume, and a statement of teaching philosophy that addresses both your approach to working with students and how you approach your classroom practice. Qualified, interested candidates may apply for the position through online application at https://bentleyschool.bamboohr.com/careers/286 Bentley is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process. Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with California SB 848, which requires prior educational institution employers to disclose credible complaints, substantiated investigations, or discipline involving egregious misconduct. Bentley School is an equal opportunity employer and seeks rich diversity among faculty and administration. Bentley School offers equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and all employees without regard to sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, race, color, caste, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, religious creed, sexual orientation, age, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic characteristic or genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, citizenship, medical leave or other types of protected leave, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. An applicant who does not meet the minimum qualifications of the position(s) for which the applicant applies will not be considered for employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview for the position, or otherwise participate in the hiring process, please notify Human Resources. Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs About Bentley School MISSION Scire Desidero: I Desire to Know Bentley School inspires inquiry, academic excellence, personal achievement, and character by engaging students’ intellect and creativity, and by encouraging them to embrace values that enrich their community and the world. CORE VALUES As we pursue our mission, we are guided by the values at the heart of a Bentley education. These core values define and sustain our traditions and illuminate our future endeavors. Integrity—Honor, character, dignity, compassion, and ethical responsibility is a fundamental ideal in our community and in our approach to teaching and learning. Excellence—Our comprehensive and academically rigorous curriculum promotes a life long pursuit and love of learning; provides a range of challenging opportunities in academics, athletics and the arts; encourages balance in students’ individual interests and goals. Ingenuity—the support of intellectual inquiry is developed by encouraging students to explore their individual skills and talents and by provoking a willingness to articulate ideas and to engage critical thought. Courage—we provide an environment that allows students to take risks and to co...nfront challenges in creative and individual ways. This environment allows students to develop a capacity to overcome and to be strengthened by experiences of adversity. Inclusion—we are a community with multiple perspectives, representing diverse backgrounds and experiences. We welcome unfamiliar and dissenting ideas, always promoting respectful and compassionate relationships among students, teachers, and parents. 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