Teacher Associate

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About the Employer

Established in 1920, Bentley School is a K-12 coeducational, independent day school located on two campuses in Oakland and Lafayette. Bentley is an inclusive community that shares a vision of transformational learning and respect for the individual.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Reports To: K-8 Director Position Type:

Full-Time, Non-Exempt Bentley School is a K-12 co-educational, independent day school located on two campuses in Oakland (K-8) and Lafayette (9-12), California. Founded in 1920, Bentley School's legacy of excellence in teaching and learning maximizes student success in college and throughout their lives. Bentley is an inclusive community that shares a vision of academic achievement, balance, and the cultivation of character.

Engaging in continual reflection, re-assessment, and pursuit of mission-driven pedagogical practices, Bentley faculty members maintain a growth mindset by observing and learning from each other and participating in robust professional development. Teachers are expected to align unequivocally with student growth and success, establishing pedagogical objectives that are consistent with students' development, reflecting high expectations along with demonstrated flexibility based on student achievement. Beyond the classroom, Bentley faculty members participate meaningfully in aspects of student and campus life serving as role models of compassion, respect, justice, and inclusivity as citizens of the world.

Criteria: Self-motivated individuals who want to play an integral role in a dynamic school community. Responsibilities Responsibilities for this position will include, but are not limited to: ? Supporting the grade-level lead teacher(s) in all aspects of the school day ? Create and maintain a positive and safe learning environment where students thrive academically ? Collaborating regularly with the other grade-level teachers and specialists ? Participating in all aspects of Bentley's character education curriculum ? Designing innovative curricula in which both academic and social-emotional growth are considered ? Instruct individual students, small groups, or whole class to carry out curriculum ? Prepare and organize instructional materials ? Act as classroom teacher in Lead T

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