The Berry College Elementary and Middle School is seeking to hire a second-grade teacher to join its supportive and collaborative faculty. The second-grade teacher will plan and collaborate with other classroom teachers, student teachers, and college instructors utilizing a constructivist model of theory and practice; implement a challenging curriculum with a focus on application and learning through discovery in a supportive and inclusive learning environment; supervise college student workers, student observers, and student teachers as part of the laboratory school setting; and communicate effectively with BCMES students and families, colleagues, and college students. This is a full-time, salaried position from August 1st to May 31st.

ABOUT BERRY COLLEGE ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL

The Berry College Elementary and Middle School (BCEMS) is a private, tuition-based laboratory school under the governance of the Berry College Charter School of Education and Human Sciences. Accredited by SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) and GAC (Georgia Accrediting Commission), and a member of IALS (International Association of Laboratory Schools), BCEMS combines the remarkable resources of Berry College with talented faculty and staff to provide an outstanding example of best practices for education. The result is a thriving community of learners, including kindergarten through eighth-grade students, undergraduate and graduate college students, and the faculty and administrators, all of whom are dedicated to the education of the head, heart, and hands

REQUIREMENTS:

The teacher candidate must have prior early childhood teaching experience and hold a current P-5 Georgia Teaching Certificate. A master's degree in education is preferred. To apply, click here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

ABOUT BERRY COLLEGE

Berry is a selective independent college of 2,200 students adjacent to Rome, GA, midway between Atlanta, GA, and Chattanooga, TN. Berry's educational approach deliberately unites challenging academic programs with practical work experience in a residential campus community that encourages faith and emphasizes caring for the needs of others above self. Our mission and values are grounded in the ethic our founder instilled more than a century ago: "We educate the head, heart, and hands - to inspire leaders of integrity who cultivate thriving communities." Nationally recognized for the quality of learning and life, Berry offers first-rate undergraduate degree programs in the sciences, humanities, arts, and human sciences, as well as undergraduate and master's level opportunities in business and teacher education. The College's stunning 27,000-acre campus affords opportunities that cannot be duplicated elsewhere. Berry's ongoing commitment is to provide exceptional educational experiences to talented students from a wide range of social, racial, and economic backgrounds.

COLLEGE COMMITMENTS

Berry College is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity institution, Berry complies with all applicable laws and provisions prohibiting discrimination in its educational and employment policies. Berry respects the essential dignity of all individuals and accordingly hires and promotes employees without regard to matters of personal identity such as race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and political affiliation. Berry College is committed to ensuring that facilities, programs, services, and activities are accessible to everyone, including those seeking employment at Berry College. Inquiries about interviews or workplace accommodations are welcome. You can reach out to us at employment@berry.edu or (706) 233-4062.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants should submit the following: a letter of application describing the candidate's interest in this position and commitment to Berry's mission and values; a resume; and names and contact information of three references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Specific questions about the position should be sent to Lori Frederick (lfrederick@berry.edu), Director, Berry College Elementary and Middle School.