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Seattle - USA

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$ 53561 - 123167

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1 Vacancy

Job Description


  • Position Type:
    - Elementary Teacher/Grade 5

  • Date Posted:
    5/23/2025

  • Location:
    Villa Academy Seattle

  • Villa Academy is an inclusive independent school community dedicated to developing the whole child in the Cabrinian tradition of education of the heart. Through dynamic inquiry-based learning Villa students become active agents of their own intellectual growth in preparation for lives of service and purpose.

    Villa Academy seeks a full-time Fifth Grade Teacher to join its team beginning August 19 2025. As one of two Fifth Grade Homeroom Teachers this educator will be responsible for dynamic inquiry-based English/Language Arts (ELA) and Science education for the grade. They will create a safe inclusive and engaging learning environment that supports the academic and social-emotional development of Villas youngest Middle School students across this very important transition year moving from Villas Lower School into our Middle School program. This is a ten-month salaried-exempt position that follows the academic calendar reporting to the Director of Middle School.

    The ideal candidate is a passionate and experienced educator who brings expertise in teaching English/Language Arts and Science along with social-emotional and executive functioning skills to upper Elementary or early Middle School students. They are attuned to the developmental needs of preadolescents and are committed to creating a classroom culture where each student feels seen valued and empowered. The candidate will be excited to contribute to a highly relational collaborative team and is an expert in interdisciplinary inquiry-based learning grounded in respect curiosity and critical thinking. They will serve as a trusted Homeroom teacher the primary contact for Homeroom students families and may also teach a section of Fifth Grade Math (based upon need and qualifications.)

    ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Teach one of two dedicated Fourth Grade classes.
    • Design and deliver engaging inquiry-based lessons that align with the Fourth Grade curriculum and standards including Common Core NGSS SSSI and Learning for Justice ensuring they meet the diverse needs of all learners.
    • Guide students in developing essential skills such as critical thinking problem-solving and collaboration.
    • Implement effective classroom management strategies that foster respect inclusion and positivity incorporating Villa Academys social-emotional learning and anti-bias curriculum.
    • Work closely with the rest of the Lower School team to support students development and ensure they are well-prepared for success in Fifth Grade.
    • Incorporate social-emotional learning into daily instruction to help students develop self-regulation empathy and problem-solving skills.
    • Establish clear expectations for behavior and cultivate a safe respectful and nurturing classroom environment.
    • Effectively partner and communicate with families colleagues and administration to appropriately challenge and support students.
    • Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and improve instructional strategies.
    • Integrate technology and hands-on activities to enhance learning experiences.
    • Regularly assess evaluate and provide feedback on student performance.
    • Participate in faculty/staff grade level and division meetings and perform other duties as assigned.
    • Commit to the mission vision and values of Villa Academy.

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    • A Bachelors degree in Elementary Education English/Language Arts Science or a related field; Masters degree and/or teaching credential preferred.
    • 3 years of teaching experience with upper Elementary or Middle School-aged students.
    • In-depth understanding of and experience with inquiry-based learning in education settings.
    • Dedication to fostering social-emotional growth by supporting self-regulation empathy and problem-solving skills.
    • Experience with and appreciation for purposeful play as well as a solid foundation in interdisciplinary STEAM-focused and project-based learning.
    • Ability to utilize outdoor spaces to introduce children to nature and facilitate connections between them and their environment.
    • Proficiency with instructional technology including document cameras interactive whiteboards web-based learning software and Google apps.
    • Excellent communication skills to support working with students families faculty/staff and campus partners.
    • Positive energy and enthusiasm for working in a Preschool through Eighth Grade faith-based independent school.
    • A commitment to ongoing professional growth curiosity cultural humility and antiracism as well as an understanding of its critical role in academic excellence and student growth.

    SALARY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
    Anticipated salary ranges between
    $53561..22/year dependent upon education and experience. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity internal salary ranges market data applicants skills and prior relevant experience degrees and certifications. Villa Academy offers a robust benefits package for full-time employees including employer-paid medical dental vision and life insurance 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions Flexible Spending Accounts free parking potential for graduate school tuition reimbursement paid time off and professional development opportunities.For teachers in the first 5 years of their careers we offer the opportunity to apply for affordable innovative housing options based on availability.

    APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

    Please email items below to preferably in one PDF document:
    • A cover letter detailing interest in and readiness for the role.
    • A current resume including relevant educational experience and three professional references.
    Villa Academy is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal rules and regulations. Villa Academy does not discriminate in admission access treatment or employment on the basis of race color religion gender identity gender presentation sex sexual orientation creed age national origin marital status or ability.




Employment Type

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