Teacher Associate
Bentley School, Oakland, CA, United States
Reports To:
K-8 Director
Position Type:
Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Bentley School is a K-12 co‑educational, independent day school located on two campuses in Oakland (K‑8) and Lafayette (9‑12), California. Founded in 1920, Bentley School’s legacy of excellence in teaching and learning maximizes student success in college and throughout their lives. Bentley is an inclusive community that shares a vision of academic achievement, balance, and the cultivation of character. Teachers are expected to align unequivocally with student growth and success, establishing pedagogical objectives that are consistent with students’ development and reflecting high expectations along with demonstrated flexibility based on student achievement.
Bentley faculty members also serve as role models of compassion, respect, justice, and inclusivity in all aspects of student and campus life, and are expected to engage in continual reflection, re‑assessment, and pursuit of mission‑driven pedagogical practices.
Criteria
Self‑motivated individuals who want to play an integral role in a dynamic school community.
Responsibilities
Supporting the grade‑level lead teacher(s) in all aspects of the school day
Creating and maintaining a positive and safe learning environment where students thrive academically
Collaborating regularly with the other grade‑level teachers and specialists
Participating in all aspects of Bentley’s character education curriculum
Designing innovative curricula that consider both academic and social‑emotional growth
Instructing individual students, small groups, or whole class to carry out curriculum
Preparing and organizing instructional materials
Acting as classroom teacher in Lead Teachers’ absence
Attending regular faculty and grade‑level meetings
Assisting with supervision of students during lunch, recess, traffic duty, special events, off‑campus field trips, etc.
Attending various school functions, including admissions events, Back to School Night, conferences, etc.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with an interest in a teaching career
Enrollment in a teaching credential or master’s degree program in Elementary Education, preferred
Experience in an interdisciplinary environment with an emphasis on group collaboration and use of technology
Experience teaching problem‑solving skills in addition to traditional core content
Excellent interpersonal, writing, and communication skills
Ability and willingness to work with students in large and small group settings using multiple teaching methods to reach a broad range of students
Desire to continually examine one’s practice with the goal of improving student learning
Commitment to issues of diversity, leadership, inclusion, and equity. Candidates who reflect the broad range of diversity of the Bay Area are encouraged to apply
Bentley School is an equal opportunity employer and seeks rich diversity among faculty and administration. The school offers competitive compensation and benefits and is growth‑oriented, providing ample funds to support the professional development of its faculty.
Physical Requirements
Consistent mental alertness; standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods of time; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling moderate weighted objects; bending and twisting at the waist and neck; kneeling and bending at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; dexterity of fingers and both arms and hands while performing duties, seeing, reading, writing, and using a computer; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.
Pay Range
Bentley uses a competitive salary scale, which takes into account experience, education, and skill level. The salary for this position ranges from $53,000 to $56,000 per year (paid semi‑monthly, 12 months, non‑exempt).
How To Apply
Please submit a letter of interest, a CV/resume, and a statement of teaching philosophy that addresses both your approach to working with students and how you approach your classroom practice. A list with the names and contact information of three references should also be included. No phone calls, please. Qualified, interested candidates may apply for the position through the online application at https://bentleyschool.bamboohr.com/careers/273.
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K-8 Director
Position Type:
Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Bentley School is a K-12 co‑educational, independent day school located on two campuses in Oakland (K‑8) and Lafayette (9‑12), California. Founded in 1920, Bentley School’s legacy of excellence in teaching and learning maximizes student success in college and throughout their lives. Bentley is an inclusive community that shares a vision of academic achievement, balance, and the cultivation of character. Teachers are expected to align unequivocally with student growth and success, establishing pedagogical objectives that are consistent with students’ development and reflecting high expectations along with demonstrated flexibility based on student achievement.
Bentley faculty members also serve as role models of compassion, respect, justice, and inclusivity in all aspects of student and campus life, and are expected to engage in continual reflection, re‑assessment, and pursuit of mission‑driven pedagogical practices.
Criteria
Self‑motivated individuals who want to play an integral role in a dynamic school community.
Responsibilities
Supporting the grade‑level lead teacher(s) in all aspects of the school day
Creating and maintaining a positive and safe learning environment where students thrive academically
Collaborating regularly with the other grade‑level teachers and specialists
Participating in all aspects of Bentley’s character education curriculum
Designing innovative curricula that consider both academic and social‑emotional growth
Instructing individual students, small groups, or whole class to carry out curriculum
Preparing and organizing instructional materials
Acting as classroom teacher in Lead Teachers’ absence
Attending regular faculty and grade‑level meetings
Assisting with supervision of students during lunch, recess, traffic duty, special events, off‑campus field trips, etc.
Attending various school functions, including admissions events, Back to School Night, conferences, etc.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with an interest in a teaching career
Enrollment in a teaching credential or master’s degree program in Elementary Education, preferred
Experience in an interdisciplinary environment with an emphasis on group collaboration and use of technology
Experience teaching problem‑solving skills in addition to traditional core content
Excellent interpersonal, writing, and communication skills
Ability and willingness to work with students in large and small group settings using multiple teaching methods to reach a broad range of students
Desire to continually examine one’s practice with the goal of improving student learning
Commitment to issues of diversity, leadership, inclusion, and equity. Candidates who reflect the broad range of diversity of the Bay Area are encouraged to apply
Bentley School is an equal opportunity employer and seeks rich diversity among faculty and administration. The school offers competitive compensation and benefits and is growth‑oriented, providing ample funds to support the professional development of its faculty.
Physical Requirements
Consistent mental alertness; standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods of time; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling moderate weighted objects; bending and twisting at the waist and neck; kneeling and bending at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; dexterity of fingers and both arms and hands while performing duties, seeing, reading, writing, and using a computer; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.
Pay Range
Bentley uses a competitive salary scale, which takes into account experience, education, and skill level. The salary for this position ranges from $53,000 to $56,000 per year (paid semi‑monthly, 12 months, non‑exempt).
How To Apply
Please submit a letter of interest, a CV/resume, and a statement of teaching philosophy that addresses both your approach to working with students and how you approach your classroom practice. A list with the names and contact information of three references should also be included. No phone calls, please. Qualified, interested candidates may apply for the position through the online application at https://bentleyschool.bamboohr.com/careers/273.
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