First Grade Homeroom Teacher

At a Glance:

Job Title: First Grade Homeroom Teacher

Location: Friends School of Baltimore Baltimore MD 21210

Position Type: Full Time

Pay range: $46000 - $85000

Friends School is a Quaker co-educational college preparatory school Pre-K through Grade 12 in Baltimore City enrolling 803 students 44% of whom identify as children of color. We are guided by the Quaker ideals of simplicity peace integrity community equality and stewardship. We strive to be a purposefully inclusive community that reflects the racial ethnic cultural socioeconomic and religious diversity of our city and our region.

Position Overview: Are you an enthusiastic and innovative educator looking for an exciting opportunity Friends School of Baltimore is seeking a dedicated First Grade teacher to join our dynamic team. In this role you will inspire young minds by teaching mathematics social studies reading and writing. We are particularly interested in candidates who have English Language Arts and/or Math specialization and who are proficient in utilizing technology especially Google tools thrive on collaboration with fellow educators and excel in employing multi-sensory techniques to address our students developmental needs.

Educators at Friends are expected to model and foster the habits of mind we believe are essential to an outstanding education: creativity curiosity empathy reflection and resilience. We seek educators whose teaching styles and experiences demonstrate:

• A desire to understand diverse attitudes beliefs behaviors and practices and to incorporate a culturally responsive lens into teaching and learning.
• A record of successful collaboration with colleagues families and students.
• A commitment to lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
• An ability to infuse technology to enhance student learning.
• An openness to interdisciplinary teaching.
• An appreciation for and understanding of the social and emotional development of students.
• Flexibility optimism and a sense of humor.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach Core Subjects: Deliver instruction in core subject areas that honor Quaker values and align with the Teaching and Learning Paradigm of Friends School.
• Commit to Professional Learning: Participate enthusiastically in All-School Professional Days team/department meetings and Lower School faculty gatherings. Engage in professional development on culturally responsive teaching curriculum development mind/brain/education pedagogies restorative practices and racial justice training.
• Craft Thoughtful Lesson Plans: Design and implement yearly plans unit plans and daily lesson plans that engage and meet the diverse needs of students.
• Collaborate with Colleagues: Foster productive collaborations with fellow educators within your team/department across divisions and beyond. Take direction and guidance from administrators including Learning Specialists and Mental Health Counselors.
• Contribute to School Initiatives: Play a pivotal role in advancing the Schools initiatives by contributing expertise and providing a strong voice on committees.
• Ensure Student Well-Being: Prioritize the safety and well-being of students creating a nurturing environment for their growth.
• Maintain an Inviting Classroom: Create and maintain an inviting classroom and learning space including captivating bulletin boards in both the classroom and hallways.
• Promote Social Skills Development: Encourage the development of students social skills supporting their holistic growth.
• Provide Progress Reports: Offer parents and administrators detailed timely and engaging written and oral progress reports celebrating the multifaceted aspects of each childs educational journey.
• Supervise Students: Take on student supervisory duties including Lunch Recess Early Arrival and Dismissal on a rotating basis fostering a positive and secure environment.
• Participate in School Life: Actively engage in the vibrant life of the independent school community.

Required Qualifications:

• Required: Bachelors degree required
• Preferred: Masters degree and 2 or more years of experience in grade/subject
• Candidates should demonstrate a willingness to understand and incorporate Quaker Principles and Quaker education into their work.
• Experience teaching reading and math at the first grade level.

Friends School of Baltimore offers a host of benefits including Medical Dental Vision 403(b) match up to 5% Legal Services Pet Insurance and Life AD&D STD & LTD. Additional information on benefits can be provided upon request.

Friends School of Baltimore actively promotes equity diversity and inclusion in all programs and operations including admissions financial aid and hiring. To form a community that strives to reflect the worlds diversity we do not discriminate on the basis of race or color religion nationality ethnicity economic background physical ability sex gender identity or expression or sexual orientation. Friends School of Baltimore is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of color and members of other underrepresented groups who might enrich and diversify the school community are strongly encouraged to apply.

Friends School of Baltimore has partnered with DovetailED on this search. Interested candidates should email a cover letter (addressed to Heidi Hutchison Principal PK-8) a resume and a list of at least three professional references consolidated as a single PDF document to Ashlyn Chillemi Senior Recruiter at