Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: PC Boca Raton - Boca Raton, FL 33434Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeJob Category: EducationPurpose
Pine Crest School believes that students in the Lower School benefit from a teacher-to-student ratio that facilitates increased guidance, support, and interaction with adults. For this reason, two instructors are assigned to every homeroom classroom in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 5.
The Lead Teacher has ultimate responsibility for all instruction and all activities in the classroom, including but not limited to setting the appropriate welcoming atmosphere for students, responding to parents in an appropriate and timely manner, and developing/approving classroom routines and procedures. The Lead Teacher is responsible for supporting and collaborating with the Teacher II in all aspects of the classroom, including curriculum, instruction, classroom management, and student development. The Lead Teacher will continuously maintain a positive working relationship with the Teacher II concerning all responsibilities of the classroom. The Lead Teacher is also responsible for engaging in professional development to promote personal learning and growth.
Essential Job Functions
Supports the School’s mission statement and the philosophy of the department and adheres to School policies and procedures, including but not limited to what is outlined in the Employee Handbook
Contributes to the development of a school culture where learning is paramount, and all individuals are encouraged, respected, supported, and challenged intellectually, socially, and emotionally
Creates a safe, caring, and productive learning environment that fosters well-being and maintains respectful and responsible behavior for each student consistent with the philosophy, values and mission of the school
Models and promotes respect for the diversity of student backgrounds, experiences, developmental needs, and learning approaches
Develops lesson plans in accordance with the Pine Crest curriculum and in consultation with other teachers on the grade level team; directs and oversees the Teacher II in lesson planning
Develops assessments and assessment rubrics in accordance with the Pine Crest curriculum, and in consultation with other teachers on the grade level team
Shares daily responsibilities with the Teacher II, including teaching and working with students individually and in small and whole group settings
Serves as an informal mentor for the Teacher II and oversees their work
Communicates frequently with the Division Head and Lower School Administrators and with parents concerning students experiencing academic and/or behavioral difficulties and successes
Works with Teacher II in conducting parent-teacher conferences by providing input as to observations in the classroom
Works with Teacher II with grading and the reporting of grades on report cards
Acts in loco parentis to students throughout the day and supervises students, including but not limited to, during arrival and dismissal, carline and buses, playground, cafeteria, and hallways
Devotes considerable time to interacting with students, colleagues, and parents
Helps students resolve conflicts in a positive manner; requests the assistance of the Counselor or Division Administrator as needed
Attends all special days including but not limited to Registration Day, Open House, performances and end-of-year celebrations/ceremonies
Attends all faculty meetings and teacher professional days
Contributes to the Division and grade level team in a positive and collaborative manner
Maintains all childcare standards as required by law, and works with the Administration to ensure compliance with all regional, state, and federal regulations as these laws apply to the School and to the Pre-Primary grades
Serves as a role model to all students and to members of the Pine Crest community
Strives continually to make the best use of time during the workday through careful coordination of daily tasks; demonstrates the flexibility in prioritizing, and strong time management skills
Exhibits the ability to identify and escalate sensitive issues to the supervisor/division head; demonstrates knowledge of when to seek guidance
Provides assistance regarding computer usage related to curriculum instruction. Manipulates all classroom instructional technologies (including hardware and software) and instructs students on their usage as applicable
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor/Division Head or their designee
Qualifications
Job Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree preferred
Experience and Qualifications
Minimum 3 years’ experience teaching
Certifications and Licenses
Possesses a Teacher Certification from a state in the U.S. (preferably Florida)