The John Thomas Dye School

English Language Arts Teacher Grade 5

The John Thomas Dye School, an independent K-6 school located in Los Angeles, is currently seeking a full-time English Language Arts Teacher for Grade 5. The John Thomas Dye School’s Mission Statement is as follows: “We look to each day with a commitment to inspire purposeful learning, cultivate character, and celebrate childhood.” The School is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty and student body. 

JOB SUMMARY:  The Upper School English Language Arts Co-Teacher will support and implement curriculum planning and educational instruction for all students that meet the objectives of the School’s Mission Statement. The Teacher will oversee the needs of students to provide an optimal learning environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Instruction 

• Co-teach two sections of Upper School English Language Arts

• Plan and implement a challenging and developmentally appropriate upper elementary language arts curriculum in collaboration with Co-Teacher

• Utilize best instructional practices, methods, materials, and technology 

• Demonstrate a repertoire of effective and engaging instructional strategies that meet the needs of all students through assessment and differentiation

• Evaluate student work using formative and summative assessments, rubrics, benchmarks, and other assessment tools to guide instructional planning and promote student success 

Preparation and Planning 

• Incorporate appropriate technology to the teaching of content and to the organization of professional responsibilities including maintaining online course materials 

• Attend all classroom, grade level, curricular and faculty meetings 

• Plan instruction and analyze assessments and data with the goal of meeting diverse student needs

Classroom Environment 

• Provide a positive and safe environment for students physically and emotionally that reflects developmentally appropriate classroom management strategies 

• Support the academic and social-emotional needs of students, including participating in the development and implementation of learning or success plans as needed 

Advising

• Act as the primary point of contact between families and school 

• Support the academic and social-emotional needs of advisees, including participating in the development and implementation of learning or success plans as needed 

• Communicate academic, social, and emotional needs with parents in a timely manner and when necessary with administration, Student Success Team, and grade level team 

• Prepare for and facilitate effective parent-teacher conferences 

• Attend grade level class trips and activities 

• Serve as an advocate for students 

• Lead advisory meetings, lessons, and activities to cultivate academic and/or social and emotional well-being 

• Work with advisory team to plan and organize grade-level service learning

• Help coordinate and plan grade level specific events or activities

Professional Learning 

• Seek knowledge of current instructional theories and best practices and demonstrate a commitment to professional growth by participating in Professional Development opportunities 

Professional Responsibilities  

• Model professional and ethical standards and 5C’s behavior (Caring, Consideration,Common Sense, Cooperation, and Courtesy) when interacting with students, parents, and colleagues 

• Exercise excellent writing skills to communicate with colleagues, students, and families and produce detailed narratives regarding student progress

• Collaborate and communicate effectively with students, parents, administration, staff, and if applicable, outside professionals 

• Participate in parent-teacher conferences, parent nights, open house, admissions events, and other events outside contractual hours at the request of the administration 

• Help with admissions and/or outplacement by interviewing prospective students and/or completing teacher recommendations 

• Support one or more Upper School clubs or activities

• Participate in the overall care of students through duties such as morning carpool check-in, recess supervision, lunch duty, and afternoon checkout 

• Other duties as assigned by the Upper School Head or Head of School

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE and QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in English, education, or related field 

• A Master’s degree or an equivalent experience as a classroom teacher 

• Strong understanding of Independent school methods and ability to effectively integrate best practices 

• Strong understanding of academic, social, and emotional development of children 

• Strong understanding and use of multiple forms of assessment to inform and drive instruction 

• Technology literate and comfortable with acquiring new technology skills 

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills 

• Strong organization and time-management skills 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

Preferred:

• Experience teaching Readers’ and Writers’ Workshop

• Experience teaching and/or advising in a departmentalized or semi-departmentalized program at the upper elementary or middle school level

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Summary of Benefits:

• Healthcare Insurance subsidized at 100% for employees

• Dental/Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Term Life Insurance of $50,000 paid by JTD (voluntary also available)

• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance

• Retirement Plan matching (403B)

• Graduate School Student Loan Forgiveness

• Daily on-site lunch provided

• Advanced degree bonus

• Holiday bonus

Professional Development / Additional Compensation :

• Up to $2500 to spend on annual professional development

• Advanced Degree Tuition Reimbursement

• Curriculum Development Grants / Committee Work Stipends

• Travel Grants

The faculty salary range is determined by years of experience and education with a range from $70,000 to $120,000.

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to Kendyl Grbac at kgrbac@jtdschool.org.