Carlthorp School Upper Elementary Teacher

http://carlthorp.org/list-detail?pk=252202&fromId=237766

Established in 1939, Carlthorp School is the oldest independent coeducational day school for grades K-6 located in Santa Monica, California. Carlthorp School provides a strong academic foundation in a diverse and nurturing school community that emphasizes respectful values, responsible work habits, and excellence in order to prepare our students to achieve their highest potential in education and life. We are dedicated to supporting faculty growth and development through ongoing professional development and training. We have 280 students with two lead teachers per classroom of 20 students, and two classes per grade level.

Job Overview

The successful candidate must enjoy working with children and be devoted to building a nurturing and safe learning environment. To excel in this role, the Classroom Teacher must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as in-depth knowledge of classroom activities and teaching methods.

Co-Teaching Model

Carlthorp School employs a co-teaching model to maximize student learning, collaboration, and instructional support. In each grade, two lead teachers work together in every classroom, ensuring small-group instruction, differentiated learning opportunities, and a highly responsive classroom environment. The partnership between co-teachers fosters strong relationships with students and creates a dynamic and engaging learning experience. Additionally, teachers collaborate across both classrooms in the grade level, allowing for broader planning, shared instructional strategies, and cross-classroom experiences that enrich student learning. This approach ensures consistency in curriculum delivery while fostering a strong sense of community among students and faculty.

Roles and Responsibilities

Design, plan and implement learning experiences for reading, writing, math, and social studies

Establish and maintain a healthy and trusting learning environment, fostering nurturing relationships with students

Meaningfully integrate technologies into class lessons, for online learning as well as in school learning

Guide students in their social-emotional development, maintaining expectations and support for positive and productive student behavior

Collaborate with the Director of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion to keep multiculturalism and diversity as a priority of curricular work and curriculum development

Regularly communicate with families about classroom happenings and student progress

Update documentation of current curriculum, instruction, and assessment

Maintain records of individual student progress and achievement

Participate fully in ongoing professional development

Participate in the school community, including faculty and committee work, school duties, and activities such as clubs and assemblies

Attend and chaperone experiential learning opportunities, including day trips and overnight field trips

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Elementary Education preferred

Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience at the elementary level

Excellent knowledge of child development, latest education theories and practices, and current trends in education and professional development

Strong communication skills

Strong technology skills, familiarity with Google Classroom and other educational technology tools preferred

Skill in differentiating instruction

Demonstrated experience working in a culturally diverse community

Salary: $80,000-$120,000, commensurate with experience

This job operates on a 10-month calendar. Evening and weekend hours may be required.

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter in a single document PDF format to resume@carlthorp.org.