Anticipated Openings: Early Childhood
The Advent School seeks teachers for anticipated Pre-K through Second Grade openings during the 2024-25 academic year.
Responsibilities & Duties
Teachers at The Advent School know their students well and use this knowledge to design and facilitate thematic, student-centered curriculum that combines academic and social-emotional learning.
The Early Childhood program, explicitly designed to promote our youngest students as advocates of their education, is inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy and rooted in principles of social justice.
The Advent School’s program promotes progressive, hands-on, project-based teaching that interweaves the arts, academic skills, and social justice themes. Teachers communicate regularly with families about the curriculum and partner with them regarding their child’s progress.
Professional Development is the cornerstone of maintaining the highest standards of education that we provide at The Advent School. Each teacher is expected to engage in professional dialogue as a teacher/learner and researcher.
Required Skills & Characteristics
The Advent School is a good fit for professionals who believe in the School's mission of education for equity and social justice.
The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of the Reggio Emilia approach and previous experience co-teaching thematic or project-based units and differentiating instruction, in addition to being:
An advocate for anti-bias teaching, both for children and adults
A lifelong learner who is resourceful, responsible, and collaborative
An enthusiastic, caring practitioner who believes that their students can change the world
A strong writer, comfortable communicating with families and colleagues
In addition, qualifications should include:
BA/BS degree minimum.
2+ years of independent/public school teaching or related experience.
An advanced degree is preferred.
Interested candidates should email their resume, cover letter, and the names of three references to Dr. Le’Aqua Pruitt, Assistant Head of School, careers@adventschool.org. In your cover letter, please include your connection to the mission of The Advent School.
