Full-Time Math Support Teacher
Full-Time Math Support Teacher
Job Category: Lower School: Grades 1-5, Middle School: Grades 6-8, Student Support, and Subject Teacher
Opening Statement
Join our team at Maine Coast Waldorf School for the upcoming 2024/25 school year! We’re seeking a passionate individual to join our elementary school team to collaborate with classroom teachers, in support of both individual students and classes as a whole.
About
Maine Coast Waldorf School is committed to enriching its educational experience and culture through the diversity of our faculty and staff. We actively seek systematically-excluded communities in our applicant pool, including but not limited to BIPOC and/or LGBTQIAP2+ candidates.
Maine Coast Waldorf School strives to promote social justice. We are committed to affirming people of all religions, spiritual values, countries of origin, immigration statuses, races, genders, abilities, identities, and sexual orientations. MCWS is a multicultural, pluralistic community; we embrace diversity as a core strength of our community and seek to make our curriculum and policies as inclusive as possible. MCWS does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation and national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational programs, hiring, self-government, admissions, financial aid and all other school-related activities, and emphatically rejects discrimination in all its forms.
Essential Job Duties
Responsibilities:
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Collaborate with teachers on math education best practices
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As scheduled, provide in-class support to teachers/students (E.g. lesson planning support, station support)
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Work one-on-one with students whose needs go beyond the support that is offered in the classroom
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Communicate regularly with teachers and parents on student progress
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Attend parent-teacher conferences
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Collaborate with Ed Support team on a regular basis
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Assess students who have been identified as having math challenges
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In collaboration with the Ed Support team and Branch, help prioritize Grades 1–8 math support needs
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Providing regular screenings and assessments throughout the year to G1–8 teachers, helping to administer and correct these assessments as needed
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Keep records to support year-to-year ongoing data review
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Teach up to one section of G7 Math and one section of G8 Math during the school year
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Assignment of weekly and other duties by Branch
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Attending Subject, Branch, and Full Faculty meetings and professional development
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Work with MCWS grades 1–9 Scope and Sequence, helping teachers to navigate its philosophy and supplement its lessons with additional materials
Qualifications
Ideal candidates have completed Waldorf teacher training and have several years experience teaching in a Waldorf school. Other candidates without these qualifications may be considered if they have a demonstrated interest in enrolling in a Waldorf teacher certification program (primary), or have an interest in learning about Waldorf Education principles (secondary). If this sounds like you and you are passionate about Waldorf teaching, eager to collaborate, and excited to inspire young minds, we invite you to apply and become a part of our vibrant educational community.
Minimum Qualifications:
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A Bachelor’s degree in mathematics or a related field.
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Experience teaching middle school students as a lead teacher
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A demonstrated interest in Waldorf Education.
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Enjoyment and warmth working with others.
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Commitment to personal and professional growth.
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Possess versatility, enthusiasm, punctuality, and creativity, bringing energy and dedication to this role.
Employment Details
Compensation and Benefits: Salary begins at $49,603 with increases for a Master’s degree and full-time teaching experience in the same age-group. Benefits include 80% tuition remission, health and dental insurance, short term disability, and a retirement option through TIAA.
To Apply
Please send a letter of introduction, your resume, a brief biography, and three letters of recommendation to the attention of jobs@mainecoastwaldorf.org