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Kindergarten/First Grade Teacher
The Seattle German American School (SAGA School) is a German language immersion preschool and kindergarten. We are growing fast!
We are seeking a full-time Kindergarten/First Grade Teacher for the 2010-2011 school year.
School Philosophy and Mission
The SAGA School's purpose is to provide each student with a bilingual education in a nurturing, safe and supportive environment
that promotes self-discipline, motivation, creativity, and excellence in learning. By partnering with parents and the community,
we strive to develop our students' self-sufficiency skills, helping them to succeed and contribute responsibly in a global community.
A non-profit, the SAGA School is led by a board of parents and community members.
Position Description
Our school is looking for a caring, enthusiastic, creative Kindergarten/First Grade Teacher. Successful applicants should be eligible
to work in the United States and be in possession of a Washington State Teaching Certificate at time of application.
Your background should reflect the following skills and experience:
Desired Qualifications
Language and Cultural
- Native or near-native German fluency
- English fluency
- Appropriately challenge children’s individual German language ability
- Create an inclusive classroom reflecting the diversity of cultures, religious beliefs and norms within German-speaking communities
- Creatively introduce elements of German-speaking cultures in a manner which supports classroom objectives
- Utilize local cultural resources to enhance learning
- Support a community of children, parents and educators that nurtures natural curiosity and fosters international awareness
Childhood Education
- Prior preschool/ elementary school teaching experience is highly desired
- Anti-bias, child-driven, social and emotional approaches to child development
- Encourage independence, self help, problem solving
- Respect each child individually, values differences in temperament, interest, personality, etc.
- Promote self-esteem through specific praise and positive guidance
- Create an inviting, creative learning environment
- Assist with planning a curriculum in response to children’s interests
- Participate in on-going professional development, meetings and activities that promote the SAGA School.
Collaboration
- Flexible, organized, takes initiative, willing to share ideas
- Work respectfully and collaboratively with other teachers, parents, board members and children.
- Foster cross-cultural understanding amongst members of the SAGA School Community (American, German / German-speaking countries, Spanish, etc!)
- Plan & conduct parent conferences in a respectful, constructive manner
- Communicate daily information with each parent in multiple ways
- Invite and accept feedback & ideas from staff / board members
- Maintain a healthy and safe environment
- Interest and /or expertise in school development
The SAGA School offers an extremely competitive salary and benefit package including paid personal and sick days, health insurance and continuing education
benefits. Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter and resume to teacherliaison@sagaschool.org.
Contact:
Nicki Post & Steve Schubert
The SAGA School Teacher Liaisons
5031 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105
teacherliaison@sagaschool.org
It is the policy of SAGA School not to
discriminate in its
employment practices because of a person's race, color,
religion, gender, national origin, or disability.
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