Oakton, Virginia
Oakton, Virginia
Posted: 12-Sep-23
Location: Alexandria, Virginia
Type: Temp to Full Time
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Browne Academy is seeking dynamic and innovative long term substitute teachers to join our lower school team (Preschool - 4th Grade) from mid-November to the end of the 2023-2024 school year. Our positions require a compassionate, flexible, and creative individual with classroom experience. This person will need to work closely with students, teachers, and administrators to support Browne’s mission by promoting the core values in the educational and personal experience of each child. The teacher should possess a holistic view of children and understand the developmental process of the young child. The ideal candidate will have a passion for integrated learning and possess strong communication skills. The candidate will also demonstrate an understanding of how differentiated assessment informs instruction and will be familiar with current research into neuroscience and its implications for effective instruction. This position will start on November 6 and go through the end of the year, June 7, 2024.
Browne Academy, located in Alexandria, Virginia, is a diverse coeducational independent school enrolling students preschool three through eighth grade. Founded in 1941, Browne Academy inspires and empowers students through extraordinary academics to be life-long learners prepared to thrive in a global community.
Interested candidates please send a cover letter and resume to Kim McCue, Head of Lower School, at kmccue@browneacademy.org.
Classroom Responsibilities
- Prepare and execute thoughtful units of study designed to reach the different learning styles of the students in the classroom.
- Collaborate with your teaching team and specialist teachers to ensure integration with other subjects.
- Regularly assess student learning using a variety of tools and means throughout each semester and maintain regular communication with parents and administrators about student progress.
- Maintain a safe and engaging learning environment.
- Consistently and clearly communicate with colleagues, administrators, and parents regarding progress, growth, and goals.
- Adhere to the school’s curriculum in the classroom.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in education.
- Experience teaching in a lower school classroom, preferably in an independent school setting.
- Proficient in Spanish
Conditions of Employment
Employment at Browne Academy is contingent on verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check and education, when applicable.
Application Information
Browne Academy offers a very competitive benefit package including health, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, fully or partially paid for by Browne Academy, plus voluntary dental and vision insurance. Contributions of 5.5 percent of your salary contributed to your 403(b) after one year of service, four weeks of paid, scheduled school holidays plus 8 PTO (Paid Time Off) days and summers off. Plus 75% tuition remission for eligible students enrolled at Browne Academy, free morning care and after care during the school year and 50% off summer camp and free aftercare for summer camp.
Diversity Statement
Browne Academy is strongly committed to equal opportunity for all its employees. Browne Academy does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. Browne Academy actively seeks diverse candidates for employment.
