School Overview
At Evergreen Country Day School (ECDS), we inspire and prepare students to thrive and create a better world. We emphasize experiential, student-centered learning in a supportive community that fosters intellectual curiosity, emotional intelligence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Why Join Evergreen Country Day School?
- Innovative Teaching Environment: We encourage creativity and support teachers in designing dynamic, hands-on learning experiences.
- Professional Growth: We invest in our teachers through mentorship, collaboration, and opportunities to pursue passion projects.
- Supportive Community: Be part of a collaborative, close-knit school that values relationships, emotional intelligence, and well-being.
- Balanced Work Culture: Our small class sizes and emphasis on teacher well-being promote a healthy work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspire Emerging Learning Skills: Design and implement an engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports both academic and social-emotional growth.
- Foster Exploration through Play & Instruction: Create a joyful, student-centered classroom that encourages curiosity, creativity, and a growth mindset.
- Collaborate with Colleagues: Work closely with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary projects and ensure curriculum alignment.
- Communicate with Families: Maintain open, consistent communication with parents about student progress and classroom experiences.
- Create a Supportive Environment: Establish clear classroom routines and build a strong sense of belonging and community.
Additional Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Head of The Nest in a full-day Early Childhood program (Monday-Friday).
- Participate in school committees, events, and extracurricular activities.
- Attend faculty meetings, engage in professional development, and contribute to school-wide initiatives.
- Actively engage in our House System (think Harry Potter), fostering cross-age relationships and community spirit.
- Support our commitment to teaching public speaking and presentation skills from an early age.
Qualifications
- Classroom experience teaching at the Early Childhood level, including curriculum development.
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Psychology, Family Studies, or a related field.
- Deep understanding of child development and best practices in Early Childhood Education.
- Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of young learners.
- Strong collaborative spirit and openness to innovation in teaching.
- Flexibility, optimism, creativity, and a growth mindset.
- Passion for fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students, colleagues, and families.
- Organizational skills and ability to create engaging, structured learning experiences.
We hope you will join us in creating an environment where students THRIVE and develop a lifelong appreciation for learning!
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Evergreen Country Day School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.