Job Description

Birchwood School of Hawken is seeking a Middle School Math and Science teacher who is committed to teaching the total child. We seek candidates eager for intellectual and professional growth who are also able to contribute their own expertise in working with Lower and Middle School learners. This is a full-time teaching position teaching 5th and 6th grade math and 5th and 6th grade science. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
?    A combination of lead teaching and co-teaching 5th and 6th grade math and 5th and 6th grade science 
?    Serve as a member of the math and science teams, responsible for developing, planning, and implementing the curriculum
?    Build and maintain strong relationships with students and families
?    Perform any other non-teaching duties as assigned by the Director of Curriculum or Head of School

Because Birchwood School of Hawken believes in supporting teachers’ passions, in deepening their expertise, and in fueling their spirit of innovation, we provide substantive professional development opportunities that lead to the kinds of excellence that are a hallmark of our community.

QUALIFICATIONS
?    A Bachelor of Arts or equivalent experience in teaching math and/or science to 5th-8th grade learners 
?    Preference for candidates with a master’s degree in a relevant field or 2+ years of experience
?    Preference for teachers open to accessing multiple teaching philosophies and practices 
?    Candidates should be comfortable in generative collaboration with a team and should be comfortable with lengthy mentoring
?    Candidates must have strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, energy, creativity, high expectations, and a sense of humor
?    A joyful enthusiasm for their age-level learners and an exceptional understanding of their developmental needs
?    Candidates should be willing and eager to assist in the life of the School 
?    Minimal after-school hours required 

THE SCHOOL
Birchwood School was founded in 1984 by a small group of parents and educators living in Cleveland, Ohio. These founders were determined to give their own children an unparalleled education that offered exceptional academic programming and an emphasis on achievement ethics, hard work and character. Over the next three decades, the school grew into an award-winning institution that remained true to its founding mission: to provide an educational setting where challenging academics build solid work habits, an achievement culture nurtures healthy attitudes, and a caring environment forges social responsibility. In addition, the school functions outside of the traditional grade-level, lock-step approach to programming. This approach allows students to engage in academic work that is commensurate with their abilities, allowing them to maximize their cognitive abilities. Birchwood School of Hawken has proudly been part of Hawken School since the 2016 merger. 

HOW TO APPLY
Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume and references to employment@birchwoodschool.org or to Birchwood School of Hawken, 4400 West 140th Street, Cleveland, OH 44135, ATTN: Employment.

Birchwood School of Hawken is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting diversity in the workplace and strongly urges all qualified individuals to apply.

About Birchwood School of Hawken

Hawken School is committed to doing school differently and better. This means developing an inclusive and accepting community where adults feel empowered to design educational experiences for students that deepen their learning, engaging their emotions as well as their intellects. Hawken School seeks culturally competent teachers who are committed to equity and social justice, comfortable taking risks, and who embrace a growth mindset. Our faculty members are constantly looking for new ways to inspire student curiosity while remaining dedicated to nurturing compassion and kindness in our students. Successful candidates for any role at Hawken School must demonstrate skill and commitment in all the following key areas: Mission, Culture, and Philosophy Alignment: Candidates must show they can thrive at Hawken and are highly motivated by the school’s mission. Fair Play /Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Justice: Candidates must indicate a commitment to and have experience with serving students and communities equitably. Relationship Building and Cultivation: Candidates must show they can build relationships throughout the Hawken community. Content Knowledge: Candidates must ... demonstrate that they can lead and guide colleagues and/students to depth in their work. Humility and Growth Mindset: Candidates must be eager to learn new approaches and methods and be able to team effectively with others. Approach to Work: Candidates must show initiative and agency with a commitment toward feedback and flexible problem solving.

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