Posted: 03-Mar-23
Location: Silver Spring, Maryland
Type: Full Time
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The Siena School is seeking a full-time high school English teacher for the 2023-24 school year who is passionate about teaching and an advocate for children with learning differences. We are looking for a highly collaborative teacher committed to designing and adapting instruction to meet a range of student learning needs and interests and committed to multisensory and differentiated instruction. We promote a culture of belonging where students, staff, and families of The Siena School feel heard, seen, supported, and valued, so that all members of the community can thrive.
Siena's English curriculum focuses on building written and oral language skills. The successful candidate will have experience providing individualized feedback and support during the writing process, and be proficient in providing experiential instruction that builds knowledge as well as skills. Through a seminar-style, discussion-based class, students are taught to interact with the text through annotation and learn to recognize patterns and ask questions while reading. Students complete creative projects, analytical essays, short research projects, and expository and creative writing. Instruction in grammar and vocabulary is embedded within the curriculum. Throughout the year students study at least four literary genres: the novel, the short story, poetry, and drama. History and English courses are connected to create an interdisciplinary experience and field trips to related productions or exhibits are prioritized when they become available in the area. With a passion for their subject, the successful applicant will enjoy working with other educators in a collaborative environment, integrating technology in a 1:1 Chromebook environment.
At The Siena School, teachers encourage students' creative expression, incorporate student interest and passions, and develop critical thinking by creating a vibrant, student-centered environment that supports the learning and personal growth of each student. Siena faculty and staff work collaboratively with students, parents and professionals to create a nurturing but rigorous learning environment. We know our children well and engage them on a daily basis in exciting, intellectual dialogue. Through individualized, multisensory instruction, students develop critical thinking skills and acquire the tools and strategies needed to become successful and independent learners. A positive learning experience inspires our students to have confidence in themselves and their abilities.
Siena teachers work with students in small classes of 10:1 and address their individualized needs through both small-group and individualized instruction. They are skillful in establishing a strong relationship with students and creating learning opportunities that motivate and inspire students to develop all aspects of their learning needs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrated career interest in education
- Bachelor's degree with a strong academic track record. Advanced degree and 2-5 years of classroom experience preferred
- Promoting joyful student engagement and a commitment to the education of dyslexic students are essential
- Training or classroom experience with differentiation and/or students with learning differences/dyslexia
- Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
- Take pride in being part of a team that collectively works to bring together diversity of backgrounds, thoughts, perspectives, and expressions
- Engage in positive cross-cultural interactions and an understanding of the nuances that exist among and between diverse groups as well as a willingness to learn, grow, and confidently work through challenges that might arise in this area
Please note that COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement to work at The Siena School.
Additional Salary Information: The position includes a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and benefits package including but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, retirement plan, and professional development opportunities.
Submit resume and cover letter to jobs@thesienaschool.org.
