Description
Boulder Country Day (BCD) is seeking energetic individuals who love working with children to join our teaching team!
About Boulder Country Day School
BCD is a premier independent school in Boulder. For over 30 years, Boulder Country Day School has been at the forefront of education in the Boulder Valley and we offer an educational experience where children innovate, create, grow, and thrive. We invite you to discover the BCD difference! From the teachers we hire to our welcoming and safe campus environment - to the curriculum we teach, at BCD we honor and celebrate children.
Our Elementary program is an integral part of BCD’s preschool - 8th grade school community. We firmly believe that a PS-8 school environment is among our greatest assets and offers distinct advantages during the most critical years of a child’s intellectual, social, and emotional development. The BCD Elementary School is a place of discovery, of challenge and support where core academics meet innovation and creativity. With a whole child approach to education, we nurture social emotional development along with engaging academics.
Lower Elementary Teacher Responsibilities:
* Homeroom teacher in a K-2 elementary division
* Provide a stimulating and creative learning environment
* Use best practices regarding student-centered instruction
* Participate in ongoing specific trainings such as literacy, math and differentiation
* Provide regular and thorough feedback to all BCD constituents (students, parents and colleagues)
* Support enrollment and retention by assisting in tours, events and other school outreach activities
* Other duties as assigned by Head of School
Hours and Pay
* BCD’s teachers work traditional school hours (7:30 - 3:30)
* Salary range is $53,000 to $75,000 annually
* This is a 10 month position following an August through May school year calendar.
* This is an exempt position with excellent benefits and paid time off as outlined below
Benefits
* Generous Paid Time Off including 10 paid holidays, as well as 48 hours of PTO and 48 hours of sick time
* Extended time off when school is closed for Thanksgiving break (one week), winter break (two weeks) and spring school break (one week)
* Approximately 92% employer paid medical/dental/vision insurance for employees
* Annual Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution
* Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability
* Retirement savings plan with a 5% employer match
* Tuition reduction up to 50% for students of employees that enroll in BCD
Additional Perks
* Tuition remission for employees who have children
* Access to our Extended Day and Summer Programs at no charge for employees who have children
* Opportunities to earn additional money on top of salary
* Access to professional development opportunities - including funding, time, mentoring, and support
* High quality, nutritional lunch options during work - at no cost
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Commitment
Boulder Country Day School recognizes and values all forms of diversity and is dedicated to providing an inclusive environment which honors each member for their individual differences, experiences and strengths. Our intentional commitment to embracing and exploring issues of diversity, equity, and inclusivity in support of social justice affords the freedom for all members of our school community to flourish as unique, confident, compassionate, and ethical individuals.
Requirements
Qualifications & Skills:
* Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, Master’s preferred
* Three to five years experience teaching in elementary level
* Background in Responsive Classroom (RC) and/or Orton-Gillingham (OG) model
* Knowledge of or background in independent schools
* Demonstrate effective communication skills
* Passion for teaching elementary school children
* Be a team player, open minded, flexible, and reflective
* Commit to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive school community
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