The St. Paul’s Schools is pleased to announce an opening for a full-time Third Grade Teacher at St. Paul’s Pre and Lower School.

School Overview

Voted one of Baltimore’s top workplaces, the St. Paul’s Schools is a family of independent schools located in Brooklandville, Maryland. With more than 1,400 students from ages six months to grade 12, St. Paul’s Pre and Lower School (coed), St. Paul’s School for Girls, and St. Paul’s School for Boys share a 120-acre campus, an Episcopal affiliation, and a focus on developing confident, well-balanced students who will use their education and ethics to improve the world. In July 2018, the schools unified under the umbrella of The St. Paul's Schools, with a single board of trustees and one president. However, each school retains its traditions and gender-specific programs. A coordinated structure allows The St. Paul’s Schools to preserve the small school feel within each school while sharing resources and specific programs to maximize student opportunities. With St. Paul’s unique model, boys and girls are taught together and separately at just the right times in their development.

St. Paul's Pre and Lower School is a coeducational, independent day school serving children from 6 weeks through grade four in two buildings on our Brooklandville campus. As part of The St. Paul's Schools, St. Paul's Pre and Lower School is where our youngest learners begin their academic journey. At St. Paul's, we know that from a young age, children naturally arrive curious and motivated. Our expert faculty nurtures that curiosity through abundant, enriching, hands-on learning experiences. We believe it is never too early for girls and boys to start adventuring daily.

Position Description

Teachers at The St. Paul’s Schools are passionate, innovative, and dedicated members of our community who embrace the philosophy, values and mission of the School while always striving for excellence. Teachers are committed to individual and professional growth, value and respect every member of the community, and are devoted to helping students achieve success.

Teachers of third grade should be energetic, compassionate people who are ready to collaborate in a team setting and who are flexible and able to manage young students with a variety of learning needs. This position will be a one year position with third grade and have potential to continue to fourth grade with this specifically large section of students. From there, position is enrollment driven.

Under the guidance of the Head of Pre and Lower Schools, our teachers will be responsible for implementing all aspects of supervision within their classroom. These duties include planning, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities and overseeing the safety and supervision of children under their care whether in person learning or through distance learning. The teacher’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Planning and Preparation:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy

2. Demonstrate knowledge of students and their learning needs

3. Select appropriate instructional goals that align with school standards

4. Design coherent and engaging instruction that is student centered

5. Demonstrate the ability to pivot to Distance Learning Model

6. Assess student learning consistently and appropriately

Instruction:

1. Communicate clearly and accurately

2. Use quality questioning and discussion techniques

3. Engage students in learning with a variety of pedagogical approaches

4. Provide regular and appropriate feedback for students

5. Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to student needs

The Classroom Environment:

1. Create an environment of respect, warmth, and academic engagement

2. Establish a culture for learning which embraces a growth mindset

3. Manage classroom procedures consistently

4. Manage student behavior in accordance with school norms

5. Organize physical space with the needs of the child in mind

Professional Responsibilities:

1. Reflect on own teaching independently and with colleagues

2. Maintain accurate records

3. Communicate and partner with families

4. Contribute to the school community through committee and outreach work

5. Grow and develop professionally; be willing to share knowledge with colleagues as well as learn from colleagues.

6. Show professionalism in decision making

7. Collaborate with colleagues

Education/Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This candidate should have experience and familiarity teaching Reading Workshop.

Bachelor’s degree, with prior teaching experience. Candidates must have excellent writing, interpersonal, and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in dealing with the diverse elements of the school environment. The individual must be capable of managing students in a variety of settings and situations and be actively engaged in the classroom and assigned duty activities. Experience with distance or online learning is preferred, but not required.

The individual must be capable of managing students in a variety of settings and situations and be actively engaged in the classroom and assigned duty activities. This position requires confidentiality and professionalism. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In addition to teaching, we are especially interested in candidates with coaching experience across sports and disciplines. Other supervisory responsibilities and duties are shared among faculty members.

The St. Paul’s Schools are committed to creating a supportive learning environment where all individuals are valued for their unique contributions and are able to achieve their highest potential. We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive environment is the best learning environment for our students and prepares them to live, work, and thrive in an increasingly global and multicultural community. We reject all prejudice, particularly those based on race, national and ethnic origin, religion, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and physical characteristics.

As you know, COVID-19 has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization. While COVID-19 is highly contagious, the school is taking precautions and implementing safety measures to prevent the spread. All members of the School community have a shared responsibility to support and comply with policies and protocols to protect the health and safety of our community. As an additional mitigation measure and to further aid in preventing the spread of COVID-19, the School is requiring all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and to provide documentation demonstrating that they are vaccinated unless they have been granted a religious or medical exemption to this policy as an accommodation.

Full-time employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits program which includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, vision, disability and 403(b). Other supplemental benefits include free lunch, fitness center and tuition remission. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Interested candidates can send their cover letter, resume, and list of references to Shannon Duckett, Executive Director of Human Resources, at sduckett@stpaulsmd.org. The St. Paul’s Schools is an equal opportunity employer.