Elementary Teacher for 2024-25 - Terra Marin School : Job Details

Overview:Terra San Francisco School (TSFS) is a progressive Preschool-8th grade school that seeks to constructively and positively contribute to the personal and intellectual growth of our students. We are committed to exposing our students to a challenging, innovative curriculum in a collaborative, supportive community.Teachers are the heart of our community. Teachers will mirror and model the core values of our school by fostering their own curiosity, critical thinking, intentionality, open dialogue, and good humor. Our teachers will seek to recognize and honor the gifts each student brings to the table. Students strive to continually challenge themselves to new levels of mastery and our teachers guide our students in their journey to be engaged learners, self-advocates, and stewards of our natural environment.TMS Fast Facts:Independent, co-educational schoolUnique to our Program: Two Days every week, students and teachers will spend a day outdoors in nature that is led by a Nature Guide.Located in scenic Mill Valley just north of the Golden Gate Bridge by San FranciscoTMS recently on the News:Marin IJ article on TMSNBC Bay Area News Interview: Essential Duties and Responsibilities of 4th grade Teacher:Overtly support and act in accordance with the school's mission and valuesDemonstrate appropriate planning and preparation for instructionDevelop and maintain a classroom atmosphere centered on intellectual inquiry and student engagementFoster classroom community through inclusionary, compassionate, and supportive practicesUphold professional standards of personal presentation, punctuality, professional courtesy, and discretionAppropriately carry out specific responsibilities as designated by the division (eg. duties)Honor the confidentiality of school and student informationCommunicate effectively with co-lead, students, families, and colleaguesEngage in self-reflection and professional development through goal setting, PD opportunities, and ongoing dialog with division directorsQualification Requirements:A passion for working with young peopleA desire to collaborate in a dynamic community of teachersAn openness to professional development and continuous learningExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsA pleasant approach to work and, ideally, a sense of humorExcellent written and oral communication skillsPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's or other Advanced degrees in Education and content area a plus, but not required.Experience in reading and phonics instruction, differentiated learning, backward planning, and creating performance assessments.Experience using the Project-Based Learning methodologyResponsive Classroom Training2-7 years of grade-level experience