CGPS nurtures each student’s unique passions and talents inside and outside the classroom, unifying and inspiring members of its community in a rigorous but relaxed learning environment, preparing them for the finest colleges and instilling in them the confidence, ethical values and sense of purpose to embrace challenges, to achieve their dreams and to improve the world.
Kindergarten Teacher Leave Replacement
The Kindergarten Teacher Leave Replacement holds primary responsibility for the implementation and development of the CGPS Kindergarten curriculum and the success of its students. The Grammar School Teacher is committed to continuously improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration as part of a grade level departmental team.
Responsibilities
Create unit plans that reflect sequential learning with differentiated activities based on students’ knowledge and skills.
Use grade level guidelines to assess and evaluate students throughout the year, maintaining records and writing report cards accordingly.
Collaborate positively and respectfully with all members of the Grammar School community, including colleagues, school administrators and parents.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send letter of interest and resume to gsjobs@cgps.org. Cover letters should be addressed to Ms. Sarah McLean, Grammar School Director. Please put “Kindergarten Teacher Leave Replacement” in the subject line.
Qualifications
Belief in and alignment with Columbia Grammar’s core beliefs and educational philosophy
Proven track-record to high achievement in the classroom
Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player
Bachelor’s degree is required, Master’s degree is preferred
Minimum of two years full-time teaching experience
Valid State Certification is helpful but not required, preferably in Early Childhood
Ability to communicate effectively and establish rapport with parents
Work Hours
7:45am - 3:30pm Monday through Friday
Weekly faculty meetings (Thursdays until 4:30) and department meetings
