Media-Providence Friends School has an immediate opening for an experienced assistant teacher for our preschool (ages 3-4). The qualified teacher will have an understanding of and affinity for Quaker philosophy, and will work collaboratively with colleagues. Strong candidates will bring:
- An Associate's or a Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or elementary education
- 1-3 years teaching/assisting experience in the Early Childhood/Primary classroom
- Genuine understanding of child development and respectful behavior management and a rich repertoire of teaching strategies to address a variety of learning styles and needs
- Strong communication skills
- Commitment to continuous professional learning, including understanding and application of current research
- Able to meet varied tasks and responsibilities with integrity, enthusiasm, creativity, flexibility, and humor
- Ability to “Teach to the Whole Child” including enthusiasm for project-based learning, field trip planning, service integration, and extra-curricular availability
- Differentiate instruction when needed to meet the needs of a variety of students with different learning styles, as well as areas of strength and weakness
- Use assessment and evaluation tools to guide instructional decisions; maintain accurate, up-to-date records and communicate results in a timely manner with regard to student progress and performance
- Perform professional duties efficiently as assigned by the Head of School, manage resources effectively and meet deadlines and meeting schedules set by the School
This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Applications must be received by: ASAP, but no later than Aug 8, 2021. Applicants should supply the following materials all in one pdf document: Cover letter and resume and the contact information of three references. Please send application materials to: jhall@mpfs.org with the subject line: Preschool Teacher
Media-Providence Friends School is an equal opportunity employer. MPFS is committed in policy, principle, and practice to maintaining an environment which prohibits discriminatory behavior and provides equal opportunity for all persons.
MPFS does not discriminate based on (and in fact is very welcoming of people of all) race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, mental or physical disability, political belief or affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or genetic information.
MPFS affirms its commitment to provide a welcoming and respectful work and educational environment, in which all individuals within the school community may benefit from each other’s experiences and foster mutual respect and appreciation of divergent views. MPFS will not be tolerant of conduct which violates rights guaranteed by the law, or school policy against discrimination or harassment.
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