RESPONSIBILITIES

In collaboration with colleagues, and under the supervision of the Head of School, the Lower School Science and Gardening Teacher’s responsibilities include:

Design, plan and teach developmentally appropriate curriculum for assigned subject areas

Develop lessons and instructional materials that support individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the learning needs of assigned students

 Oversee and maintain school garden year-round

Maintain and enhance community partnership with local food bank

Use a variety of instructional and assessment strategies

Provide learning opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, problem-solving, critical and creative thinking

Create and provide a supportive and caring classroom environment in which students learn cooperatively, and interact positively with one another

Model respectful interactions with students of diverse backgrounds while responding to their individualized needs

Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers

Share samples of student work and communicate with parents regarding your class’s goals, major projects, and assessments on a regular basis

Provide feedback to students on assigned work in a timely manner

Maintain accurate and useful records of individual student work and progress

Establish and adhere to agreed-upon systems for holding students responsible for their work, and communicate with students’ advisors and parents when a need arises

Continue to develop professionally by reflecting on teaching practice and actively participating in professional development opportunities within the Quaker and/or independent school community

Assist in student arrival and/or departure as well as transitions between class periods

Support colleagues through collaborative planning, curriculum development and peer observation during meetings and/or designated professional learning time

Provide regular communication to students and parents on academic progress and needs including class assignments, homework, assessments, performance progress and behavior

Write reports to parents on students’ academic progress, social growth and learning needs at designated times of the year and meet with parents as necessary

Perform assigned non-instructional duties and participate in the life of the school community