For this position, the ideal candidate is expected to:

• Create a classroom environment that reflects and promotes the mission of Princeton Day School

• Designing and planning daily math, reading, writing, and social studies lessons consistent with the scope and sequence of the grade-level curriculum

• Assessing and monitoring individual student growth and promoting social emotional development

• Experience with using formative assessment to drive instruction and planning

• Implementing behavior management strategies that promote academic and social and emotional success (Responsive Classroom training a plus)

• Working collaboratively with curriculum leaders, specialists, and support staff

• Sharing regular updates with families related to curricular initiatives and student growth

• Incorporating technology in the classroom to enhance the learning experience

• Preparing for and communicating student performance and growth with parents/ guardians

• Ability to confidently address behavioral issues and other challenges that may arise in the classroom in order to maintain a safe environment

• Successfully mentoring an assistant teacher

• Participating in weekly grade-level and team meetings

• Participate in school-wide, divisional, and grade level meetings

• Participate fully and cooperatively in a professional learning community

Required / Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of successful classroom head teaching

• BA degree required, Masters degree preferred, with coursework in elementary teaching and learning, literacy, and math

• Theoretical understanding and classroom experience in applying developmentally appropriate practices and a broad knowledge of effective teaching strategies

• Experience in designing instruction that is data driven, differentiated, and actively engaging

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize various tasks and stay organized

• Initiative, creativity, flexibility, and collaboration

• Respect and appreciation for diversity in all of its forms

• The ability to listen effectively and be receptive to feedback

Princeton Day School is the region's premier independent day school for students from Pre-K through Grade 12. We aspire to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive community in which all members are seen, challenged, affirmed, respected and valued. Nestled on a picturesque 106-acre campus just two miles from Downtown Princeton and with a history dating back to 1899, PDS provides students with unparalleled opportunities for discovery, exploration and innovation and seeks employees who are passionate about their work and who embrace the importance of lifelong learning.