Middle School Teacher

One-of-a-kind school on the coast near Half Moon Bay, CA, is searching for one highly skilled, energetic and experienced Middle School Teacher for the 2020/21 school year

ABOUT WILKINSON SCHOOL

• Small school environment: enrollment of 50-60 TK-8 th grade students in four classrooms, each class composed of 2 or 3 consecutive grade levels
• Our commitment to maintaining small classroom sizes helps staff to build strong relationships with students, and facilitates an education that best suits the strengths and needs of each individual student
• Our staff culture promotes mutual support and the flexibility for each teacher to follow their own passions in education
• Wilkinson School promotes respect and support of community, nature, and the world around us

JOB SUMMARY:

• Full-time position for the remainder of the 2020/21 school year
• At Wilkinson, middle school teachers lead lessons in multiple subject areas, including math, language arts, and social studies; supported by aides and various specialists who teach music, science, art, and more
• Work closely with approx. fifteen 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students in a single combined class
• Emphasis is placed on experiential and hands-on learning activities
• Competitive salary with benefits - will be based on qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be highly personable, and have a welcoming presence
• BA or MA in Education, or BA or MA in other field plus a teaching credential
• Experience with distance learning required (e.g. Zoom, Google Classroom, etc.)
• 2 or more years’ experience teaching middle school grades (6th , 7th , 8th ) preferred
• Experience teaching middle school-level math is a plus
• Experience teaching students with learning differences is a plus
• Value being part of a small school community
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Value strong relationships with each student and staff member

HOW TO APPLY:
Please send your resume and a cover email to Mike Needels (Vice-Chair Wilkinson School Board of Directors) at needelsm@yahoo.com

Wilkinson School is an equal opportunity employer.