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Posted: 25-May-23
Location: Haddonfield, New Jersey
Type: Full Time
Haddonfield Friends School is seeking a Grade 4 teacher for the 23-24 school year. The qualified applicant will have an understanding of and strong affinity for Quaker philosophy, and will work collaboratively with colleagues.
Strong candidates will bring:
- 3-5 years lead teaching experience in the primary grades
- Genuine understanding of child development and respectful, restorative behavior management techniques
- A rich repertoire of teaching strategies to address a variety of learning styles and needs
- Strong communication skills with colleagues, parents, and students
- Commitment to continuous professional learning, including understanding and application of current research
- Experience in curriculum planning and development, and an understanding of concept based inquiry learning
- Strong understanding of formative and summative assessment practices
- An ability to meet varied tasks and responsibilities with integrity, enthusiasm, creativity, flexibility, and humor
- An ability to teach to the whole child, including enthusiasm for project-based learning, field trip planning, service integration, and extra-curricular availability
- Openness to collaboration and planning with Lower School colleagues and faculty across all grade levels
- Strong technology skills, knowledge of various platforms, and experience with technology integration in the classroom
Qualified Applicants should submit the following:
A cover letter to Matthew Sharp, Head of School; resume/curriculum vitae; statement of educational philosophy; teaching certificate; and list of 3 references or letters of recommendation, to: Matthew Sharp, Head of School, Haddonfield Friends School
