Third Grade Homeroom Teacher (2024-25)

About the Employer

OVERVIEW OF WOODLAND SCHOOL Located just west of Stanford University, Woodland is an independent day school that offers a joyful approach to learning in a diverse, respectful, and inclusive environment for approximately 310 students in early childhood through eighth grade. We have two sections of each grade level K- 8 with class sizes that average from 14-18 per class.

Woodland School specializes in education that inspires students by nurturing each individual's voice, intellect, and character. With rich content and an emphasis on inquiry-based and student-driven projects, students are empowered and encouraged to be active and engaged learners. Our students' sense of wonder is the foundation of learning at Woodland School.

Teachers craft meaningful, multisensory learning experiences which enable creativity, ingenuity, and deep interdisciplinary connections. Students explore and develop complex understandings that engender a sense of self and purpose in the world. Woodland School's faculty create a school environment that is as supportive and nurturing as it is challenging, and they embody the core values of the school - stewardship, integrity, curiosity, resilience, equity, and respect.

Our teachers apply best practices through collaboration, integrated curriculum, brain-based teaching and learning methods, and continued professional development. Our teachers are themselves learners, constantly searching for ways to improve their practice. A robust professional development program supports our faculty by connecting them to the best practices in pedagogy, curriculum development, educational technology, and student assessment. Woodland School is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect such diversity.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Position Overview Responsible for leading an elementary-school classroom by creating and implementing lesson plans, supporting students in all facets of their growth, and working with other educators to develop a well-rounded, comprehensive learning program. This is a homeroom position, and the teacher will be responsible for the subjects of reading, writing, mathematics, social studies, and social-emotional learning.

Position Specifics Establish and practice rules for behavior and routines for keeping up students' focus and energy. Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health. Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.

Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate. Instruct students individually and in groups, using various and creative teaching methods.

Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students. Assign and grade class work and homework. Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs.

Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations. Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks. Guide and counsel students to meet any academic challenges they may face or special interests they might hold.

Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help. All responsibilities are listed in application URL.

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) We seek a dynamic teacher who inspires students and who works collaboratively and creatively with colleagues in various curricular areas and divisions. Candidates should be passionate about teaching and have a love for the students.

Bachelor's degree, a teaching certificate or credential or equivalent professional experience which would translate to successful classroom teaching. Advanced degree preferred but not required. Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all constituents.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Collaborates well with colleagues of diverse backgrounds on pedagogical approaches, curricular alignment and instructional strategies. Promotes the use of multiple methods in solving problems, identifying more efficient strategies and generalizing principles to a broad variety of applications.

Encourages collaborative teamwork in the classroom, teaching students to communicate effectively and thoughtfully, justify their reasoning and to consider multiple perspectives when solving problems. Invests in the life of the school by participating in the advisory program, social and emotional learning, weekly department meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings, anti-bias training, and any and all aspects that support the student experience. Demonstrated professional behavior, including discretion, judgment and integrity.

Effectively interacts with a diverse population of students and faculty. All prospective employees must be able to clear a background check, LiveScan fingerprinting and TB screening.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) We seek a dynamic teacher who inspires students and who works collaboratively and creatively with colleagues in various curricular areas and divisions. Candidates should be passionate about teaching and have a love for the students.

Bachelor's degree, a teaching certificate or credential or equivalent professional experience which would translate to successful classroom teaching. Advanced degree preferred but not required. Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all constituents.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Collaborates well with colleagues of diverse backgrounds on pedagogical approaches, curricular alignment and instructional strategies. Promotes the use of multiple methods in solving problems, identifying more efficient strategies and generalizing principles to a broad variety of applications.

Encourages collaborative teamwork in the classroom, teaching students to communicate effectively and thoughtfully, justify their reasoning and to consider multiple perspectives when solving problems. Invests in the life of the school by participating in the advisory program, social and emotional learning, weekly department meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings, anti-bias training, and any and all aspects that support the student experience. Demonstrated professional behavior, including discretion, judgment and integrity.

Effectively interacts with a diverse population of students and faculty. All prospective employees must be able to clear a background check, LiveScan fingerprinting and TB screening.

Comments and Other Information

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others.

The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. Woodland School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin in the administration of its educational or admission policies, financial aid distribution, or other school programs. Woodland School is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect such diversity.