The Overfield School is seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, imaginative teacher for a combined 1st/2nd/3rd grade classroom for the 2024-25 school year. The successful applicant will be well versed in best practices for teaching early elementary students, and passionate about team-teaching utilizing the inspiration of the Reggio Emilia philosophy.

Prerequisites:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is required. Current Ohio teaching license is highly preferred.

Skills/Experiences:

• Familiarity with the Reggio Emilia philosophy of education
• Experience teaching early elementary students
• Interest in the arts and nature, and experience using these as an integrated part of the curriculum
• Believes in the importance of active, play-based programs for young children, and has an image of children as strong, capable, and deserving of having a central voice in their own learning.
• Displays the ability to work independently and in a team environment, cooperating with co-teacher as well as Studio artist and Naturalist.
• Develops and implements curriculum appropriate to the developmental stages of the children, deciding this with the teaching team.
• Adapts the general curriculum to meet the needs of the individual child with concern for his/her interests, special talents, challenges, style and pace of learning.
• Assumes share of routines for preparing materials and food, assisting children, and cleaning up; promotes the health and safety of the children.
• Treats each child with dignity and respect, accommodating individual differences and working with the individual child when the need arises.
• Is interested in the arts and nature, and has experience using these as an integrated part of the curriculum.

The Overfield School was founded in 1960, and is a private, independent school for children ages 18 months-3rd grade located in Troy, OH. Overfield is a place where joy, wonder, and imagination foster lifelong learning in young children. The Reggio Emilia philosophy inspires our school’s mission to support discovery, creativity, and collaboration through a child-centered, responsive curriculum. A beautiful campus, committed teachers, and a supportive learning community make Overfield a place where children grow and thrive.

Apply online or send letter of interest and resume to:

The Overfield School

Attn: Beth Poronsky

172 S. Ridge Ave.

Troy, Ohio 45373

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• 1st grade
• 2nd grade
• 3rd grade

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Teaching: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person