Elementary Educator for 4th/5th Grade

Terra School is seeking an experienced and passionate Upper Elementary Educator for Grades 4 & 5. The ideal candidate will create a nurturing, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment where learners can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. This role involves planning and delivering lessons aligned with Terra School’s curriculum standards, fostering critical thinking, and employing project-based learning to support students’ developmental milestones. Our multi-age classrooms emphasize autonomy, growth, challenges, and individual achievement.

Responsibilities:

Instructional Planning and Delivery

• Develop and implement multi-age lesson plans that align with the Terra School curriculum and
• address diverse learning styles and needs.
• Teach core subjects, including reading, writing, grammar, math, science, and social studies, in
• engaging and interactive ways.
• Incorporate hands-on activities, project-based learning, interactive games, and technology to
• enrich the learning experience

.Classroom Management

• Establish and maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes autonomy,
• respect, and collaboration.
• Manage student behavior with positive reinforcement and consistent routines.
• Effectively multitask by managing small groups, individualized instruction, whole-group
• activities, and learning stations/centers.

Student Assessment and Support

• Assess students’ academic progress and development through both formal and informal methods.
• Provide individualized support and interventions for students needing additional assistance.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about student progress and strategies to support
• learning at home.

Collaboration and Professional Development

• Work collaboratively with an assistant teacher to enhance instructional practices and curriculum
• development.
• Engage in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in upper
• elementary education.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: Minimum Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Education or a related field.

Skills:

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for learning and willingness to stay updated on best practices in elementary
• education.
• Experience with technology platforms such as Canvas, HMH, SEE Learning, and MAP
• testing (a plus).
• Knowledge of supporting engaged readers and math learners.
• Ability to integrate curriculum and implement learning strategies for all students.

Experience:

• Experience in an independent school environment or non-traditional teaching setting.
• Familiarity with multi-age teaching environments.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should provide a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to Kara Adler, Admissions & Hiring Coordinator (karaa@terraatserenbe.org). Feel free to include any additional supporting documents that would help us better understand your qualifications and suitability for the role.