Description:

The Presentation School, in the heart of beautiful Sonoma, CA, is in search of an enthusiastic life-long learner to fulfill the position of full-time middle school teacher.

Honored with the task of educating young people, the ideal candidate will become an enthusiastic supporter of the school’s values and mission. The ideal candidate is inclusive to all and will support the continued growth of a positive and strong community spirit. 

Main Responsibilities:

• Middle School teacher of English, Math, Social Studies and Homeroom
• Collaborate with the Middle School Faculty to carry out the academic program: curriculum development and implementation, classroom management, student assessment, and parent communication
• Attend and participate in in-service meetings, parent-teacher conferences, professional development days and other school community functions
• Participate in professional development opportunities and keep current on educational issues and trends

Qualifications and Skills:

• Warm, enthusiastic educator who can support middle school learners in appropriately exploring each child’s individual gifts and talents.
• Teaching experience, preferably in an independent school setting
• A love for teaching and one who demonstrates humility and a commitment to collaboration, personal growth, and the school’s success. 
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Collaborative, Growth mindset
• Knowledge of 21st century skills and competency in technology as a teaching aid
• Additional skills, talents, and experience to enrich our independent school community such as extracurricular clubs, coaching, advising, and field trip supervision experience.
• A distinguished sense of decorum and discretion when interacting with all community members.

Mission Statement:

The Presentation School, an independent school guided by Catholic values, challenges its students to be active learners reaching their individual potentials with an integrated curriculum and small class size. As a visionary, collaborative, faith-filled community, together we work to prepare students spiritually, academically, socially, and physically to become life-long learners and socially responsible leaders.

COVID-19 considerations:

This position is for in person, on campus teaching. We take risk mitigation seriously at The Presentation School. We are determined to provide a risk mitigated and campus appropriate plan which is guided by peer-reviewed scientific data, national, state, and local guidelines, and community input. The Presentation School is open five days a week with a full school day.