Wayne Country Day School Hiring for First Grade Teacher at Goldsboro, NC Full Time

Wayne Country Day School seeks a committed, skilled, and energetic teacher to join our team. They will be responsible for teaching elementary students in alignment with our school’s mission of preparation and formation of students for the world beyond college.

The ideal candidate possesses a passion for teaching, a team-oriented approach to collegiality, enthusiasm for creating and implementing an innovative curriculum, strong interpersonal skills, and a deep knowledge of child development.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging lessons aligned with the school’s curriculum, philosophy, and mission.

• Implement and maintain effective classroom management systems.

• Prepare student ing and grades, which includes narrative descriptions of students’ strengths and challenges.

• Communicate regularly with families about curriculum and student progress.

• Utilize and maximize regular professional development opportunities.

• Updates curriculum and materials as needed.

• Participate in the school community, including faculty meetings.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of child development, best practices, and current trends in education

• Demonstrated classroom management skills, including time, space, and materials for most effective learning

• Experience with diverse instructional strategies

• Outstanding interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to integrate technology effectively

Qualifications

• Experience with Elementary Education

• An undergraduate degree is required. A graduate degree in education and/or a relevant discipline is preferred.

• Salary is dependent on experience. Benefits include generous paid time off, health insurance, retirement plan, and tuition discount for children of employees enrolled at the school.

Candidates should send the information listed below as a single pdf file to Barbara Baker at bbaker@waynecountryday.com:

• A cover letter, explaining your strengths as a candidate and why you are interested in the first grade teaching position.

• Résumé

• A statement describing your outlook and philosophy of education.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 – $46,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Goldsboro, NC 27530: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location