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Middle Grades Teacher

St. Bernard's School
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Job description:

St. Bernard’s School is seeking an energetic, forward-thinking educator to join our departmentalized 4th–6th grade team. This role is designed for a teacher who thrives on collaboration and is passionate about guiding 6th graders through their "Senior Year" in our building. Beyond core subject instruction, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in our Senior Seminar, fostering independence, leadership, and community partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

  • Departmentalized Instruction: Deliver high-quality, specialized instruction in a core subject area (e.g., ELA, Math, or Science/Social Studies) to students in grades 4, 5, and 6.
  • Senior Seminar Leadership: Facilitate 3–5 week modules for 6th graders, covering topics such as executive functioning, sustainability, health and wellness, and public speaking.
  • Capstone Mentorship: Serve as a project advisor for 6th-grade Capstone projects, guiding students from the "Problem Hunt" in March through the final Showcase in June.
  • Team Collaboration: Participate in daily shared planning periods with the 4th–6th grade team to align curriculum, discuss student wellness, and coordinate multi-grade initiatives like novel studies.
  • Student Advocacy: Lead flexible Study Hall sessions where students from across the 4–6 wing can check in for targeted support and mentorship.

Qualifications & Skills

  • The "Coach" Mindset: Ability to transition from a traditional lecturer to a project mentor who encourages student agency and critical thinking.
  • Collaborative Spirit: A desire to work in a "borderless" team environment where teachers share students and planning time.
  • Community Connector: Comfortable reaching out to local partners to enrich the experiential learning modules.
  • Tech Savvy: Proficient in digital organization tools to help students build 21st-century executive functioning skills.
  • Mission-Aligned: Committed to the values of St. Bernard’s School, integrating faith, service, and leadership into the daily student experience.

What We Offer

  • A collaborative professional environment with a dedicated 4–6 shared planning block.
  • The opportunity to build a brand-new, innovative seminar program from the ground up.
  • A "Senior" student culture that emphasizes mentorship and school-wide impact.

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan