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Gr 7 & 8 Literature and Language Arts Teacher

Employer
Bethany School
Location
Glendale, Ohio
Salary
32,000 - 45,000

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Bethany School Mission:

The mission of Bethany School is to be a community where all members can thrive as learners, growing and developing academically, socially, physically, emotionally, and spiritually; where students experience and learn respect, responsibility, and an appreciation for diversity; and where academic excellence is provided in a Christian environment.  Our mission statement is the reflection of our clear and continued commitment to these Core Values:  Christian Education, Academic Excellence, Diversity, Character Education, and Family Commitment

School Description: 

Bethany School, the only K-8 Episcopal school in Ohio, is a co-ed day school of about 200 students located in the northwestern suburban village of Glendale outside of Cincinnati, Ohio.  The school was founded in 1898 by the Community of the Transfiguration, a society of Episcopal women (“sisters”) and continues to serve the original mission of their ministry to this day. 

Position Description:  Bethany School is seeking a dynamic educator to serve as a seventh and eighth grade literature and language arts teacher to join our team for the remainder of the 2021-2022 school year.  Candidates should be experienced and able to design lessons, units, and curriculum appropriate for this age group and to work in a collaborative, team environment.  All faculty positions are on one year contracts.

 

 Each Bethany faculty member is expected to demonstrate ability in the following areas: 

● Fosters and stewards a culture of mutual respect, equitable practice, and joy in and out of the classroom

● Shows commitment to furthering the work in Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

● Sets high expectations for development of the mind, body, and spirit 

● Exhibits strong working knowledge of bes

● Provides timely feedback to students and families via online portals, email, and phone calls 

● Collaborates with faculty to offer integrated and appropriate technology curriculum 

● Implements a wide array of pedagogical tools and strategies in appropriate and effective combinations 

● Facilitates and designs effective group/collaborative work and productive dialogue among students and teachers 

● Communicates effectively and professionally with students/families about classwork, learning goals and student progress 

● Demonstrates content knowledge and expertise; and scaffolds curriculum to ensure progress towards mastery of skills and concepts 

● Collaborates and plans actively for learning with teachers and students 

● Implements backward design to align lessons, activities, and assessments 

 

Successful candidates will have or be able to: 

● Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field required 

● Teaching Certification or equivalent training 

● A philosophy of education that aligns with the school’s mission and values 

● Display an ease while working with students, parents, faculty, and other constituencies 

● Manage and maintain sensitive and confidential records 

● Demonstrate initiative regarding job related tasks, responsibilities, and projects 

● Collaborate and work well in team settings 

● Prioritize student safety and security 

● Be dependable and professional: be punctual, complete work in a timely manner, be calm

   under pressure, and exercise sound judgement 

● Demonstrate mastery in classroom management and be willing to learn and implement

   Responsive Classroom techniques

● Strong interpersonal and communication skills 

● Find joy in the journey of promoting a lifelong love of learning in our students 

● Communicate effectively and professionally in writing and verbally 

● Proficient in the use of technology 

● Willing to participate in professional growth/development opportunities 

● Complete an Ohio BCI and FBI background check

● All candidates must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or willing to become fully

   vaccinated upon hire.

 

Interested candidates should submit an Employment Application and resume to the email provided.

 

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