What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Teacher position at Pacific Northern Academy?
Middle School Teacher with passion for collaboration, student relationships, and Alaskan adventure
Do you “get” Middle School? The uncontrolled laughter, the tripping over their own feet, the influence of friends over parents, the new assertions of self. Do you believe that middle school is one of the most formative times in a child’s life? We do, and build our program to meet not only the academic but social needs of this unique age. We realize the importance of supportive adults in an adolescent’s life so our teachers spend time to build a relationship with each student. If this sounds like an environment in which you want to work, come see how you could fit in with the collaborative community at Pacific Northern Academy.
We are looking for a dynamic team player with a passion for middle schoolers, hands-on learning, cross-disciplinary teaching, the outdoors, and being part of a dynamic co-teaching team. PNA is a small, independent private school in Anchorage, Alaska valuing 21st-century learning principles and techniques.
Duties Include:
- Designing and implementing developmentally-appropriate standards based lessons and projects, across the subject areas;
- Supporting the social and emotional development of the children,
- Helping children build independence,
- Maintaining a positive and professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues through clear communication,
- Traveling with students, locally and out-of-state.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field
- Minimum of 2 years teaching experience
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $49,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Grade levels:
- Middle school
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
School type:
- Private school
Work Location: In person
Salary : $49,500