Job Description

Reports to:  Director of the Elementary Center

FLSA Status: Exempt

When Needed: 2024-2025 School Year

FTE:  Full Time, Academic Year

On-site 

Pay rate:  ranges between $61,000 to $132,000 / depends on education and experience 

Job Overview:

We are seeking a creative and collaborative Fourth Grade Math and Science teacher. Under minimal supervision, you will inspire and support students in a dynamic school environment and create a supportive classroom community.

Why St. Thomas School? 

You thrive in a face-paced environment, working alongside others who share your ideals. You are inspired by children and appreciate their joy and energy. You enjoy making an impact and being part of something bigger than yourself. You believe that schools should be among the most innovative places on earth. And you are committed to excellence and professional growth.  

If this inspires you, we’d love to learn more about you!  

Who We Are:

STS is an independent, non-sectarian school for Preschool through Eighth Grade students. Our educational journey is defined by a cognitively engaging program with an emphasis on developing character, leadership, and a passion for learning and achievement. Our highly regarded curriculum prepared students to excel at future endeavors while honoring the school’s long standing core values.   

We commit to an inclusive and diverse community in which everyone can say, "I belong." We seek employees who are passionate, qualified, and offer diverse perspectives. We are particularly interested in the role education and a diverse learning environment play in promoting equity and inclusivity.  

What We Offer ·

• Competitive salary
• Robust benefits package
• Professional development opportunities
• Extraordinary work environment

We Foster:

• A diverse, safe, and equitable school environment 
• Actions and advocacy that support our Core Virtues 
• Cultural competence, anti-bias, and social justice 
• Intellectually curious and engaged global citizenship 

Specific Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements curriculum and unit plans
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of teaching practices and a commitment to teaching within a caring, highly academic environment
• Works with families and communicates in a clear and supportive manner
• Stays abreast of current educational research and best practices
• Promotes field of Math and Science education within school community by creating school events, participating in interdisciplinary projects, developing field trips, and building connections with local communities
• Serves as an advisor specifically for a homeroom class and other students as needed
• Partners with the Fourth Grade team to foster academic, social/emotional, and cognitive growth for all students

Required Education & Experience:

• A Bachelor’s Degree, with an emphasis in elementary education or related subject areas from a four-year college or university required
• Master’s Degree in elementary education or related areas preferred
• 3+ years of combined teaching experience required
• Experience in teaching Math and Science at the upper elementary level
• Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of current trends and research in learning and assessment
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of all learners and the program
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Ability to work collaboratively in team situation
• Ability to work efficiently in a Microsoft Windows environment using Microsoft Office, master common automated systems for record keeping, and learn new technology
• Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff
• Ability to work and communicate well with students and their parents
• Some travel required (field trips)

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Develops positive, collegial relations with co-workers with a regard for the dignity and social/emotional wellbeing of others and supports community decision-making processes
• Vigorously engages in his/her own professional development
• Establishes and cultivates community relations by maintaining open and candid dialogue with all of the school’s constituencies
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills. Establishes positive relationships with parents and students.
• Sets clear expectations for classroom and extra-curricular operational processes and procedures (i.e., grading/reporting procedures, attendance policies, homework and class work expectations, student behavior, etc.)
• Observes laws and the school’s policies, procedures and regulations which have application to and implication for the professional’s responsibilities
• Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school’s documents
• Since safety and security are everyone’s responsibility, takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials and facilities
• Participates in Elementary division planning and middle school department meetings
• Participates in Committees as required/desired
• Helps with recess and lunch duties as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits Include:  

• Medical  
• Health Savings Account  
• Dental  
• Vision  
• Dependent Care Spending Account  
• Long-Term Disability  
• Life Insurance  
• Retirement Savings  
• Winter Wellness Days (between Dec 25 and Jan 1)  

If this sounds like you, please click on Apply Now on our careers website, follow the instructions to complete our online employment application, then upload your résumé and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position.

Thank you for your interest in St. Thomas School and this position.

Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

This description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

About St. Thomas School

St. Thomas School, a non-sectarian, Preschool through Eighth Grade school, is one of the oldest independent schools on the east side of Lake Washington. St. Thomas School’s educational journey is defined by a cognitively rigorous program with an emphasis on developing character, leadership, and a passion for learning and achievement. Our mission is to develop responsible citizens of a global society. STS is a recognized leader in developing the whole student. Our core values include gratitude, responsibility, respect, courage, integrity, tolerance, compassion, perseverance, and generosity. STS serves over 300 students and boasts a 55,000 sq. ft. LEED Gold certified campus.

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