Elementary School Teacher

Virginia Beach Friends School is seeking a dynamic and experienced Elementary School Teacher to inspire and educate our students in accordance with Quaker values. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in elementary education, a commitment to fostering a nurturing learning environment, and an understanding of Quaker educational principles, or willingness to learning about Quaker principles.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans that align with the school's curriculum and Quaker values.
• Cultivate a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where each student feels valued, respected, and empowered to learn.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies and resources to meet the diverse needs of students, including differentiation and small group instruction.
• Integrate Quaker "SPICES" (Simplicity, Peace, Integrity, Community, Equality, and Stewardship) into daily classroom activities and interactions.
• Foster critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration among students through hands-on activities, inquiry-based learning, and cooperative projects.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and administrators to support student growth and well-being.
• Assess student progress using a variety of formative and summative assessment methods, and provide timely feedback to students and parents.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, behavior, and academic performance.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching practices and stay current with best practices in education.
• Uphold the mission and values of Virginia Beach Friends School in all aspects of the role.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Prior experience teaching in a Elementary School classroom.
• Knowledge of child development theories and best practices in elementary education.
• Understanding of Quaker educational principles and a commitment to integrating them into daily teaching practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and engage parents as partners in education.
• Flexibility, creativity, and adaptability in responding to the needs of individual students and the classroom community.
• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning environment.
• Enthusiasm for working with young learners and a passion for making a positive impact on their lives.
• Preference for educators who have familiarity with the Super Kids reading curriculum and the Math in Focus math curriculum.

Join our dedicated team at Virginia Beach Friends School and help shape the future of our students through Quaker-inspired education! Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Sarah@VBFSchool.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $47,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School subjects:

• Math
• Reading
• Social Studies

School type:

• Private school

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Virginia Beach, VA 23451 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Virginia Beach, VA 23451: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $42,000 - $47,500