BIRCHWOOD SCHOOL PRE-K TEACHER & COORDINATOR OF EARLY CHILDHOOD

THE POSITION
Birchwood School of Hawken is seeking a full-time Pre-K teacher (which we call “Sprouts”) 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 young children and early learners. This teacher will coordinate our compliance with state requirements while also leading continued, collaborative refinement of the design of our Early Childhood (EC) program. 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead-teach a section of Pre-Kindergarten
  • Serve as a member of the EC team, responsible for developing, planning, and implementing the EC curriculum
  • Oversee and keep current the details of the early childhood program licensure requirements in alignment with State of Ohio guidelines
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with students and families
  • Minimal after school hours required
  • 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 Early Childhood Education 
  • Preference for candidates with at least two years of experience
  • Preference for teachers open to accessing multiple early childhood 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 early childhood learners and an exceptional understanding of their developmental needs 
  • Candidates should be willing and eager to assist in the life of the School 
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 their 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 ATTN: Employment
4400 West 140th Street
Cleveland, OH 44135
Birchwood School of Hawken is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting diversity in the workplace and strongly urges all qualified individuals to apply.
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Early Childhood, Lower, and Middle Schools, 5000 Clubside Rd, Lyndhurst, OH 44124
Birchwood School of Hawken, 4400 West 140th Street, Cleveland, OH 44135 
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