3rd Grade Co-Teacher

The Position
Alta Vista Lower School is seeking a dynamic 3rd Grade Math & Science co-teacher. The
team is looking for an experienced, energetic individual with a passion for creating safe and
positive environments for students from diverse backgrounds, integrating and modeling
social and emotional learning (SEL). The teacher should be able to promote a calm and
responsive environment. Strong communication skills and professional ethics are essential.
Essential Functions
● Develop high-quality, innovative curriculum aligned with the mission of Alta Vista
School.
● Design and maintain vibrant classroom environments.
● Work cooperatively and collegially with the school’s administration, the faculty and
the parents to create and maintain an exemplary school environment.
● Prepare for and actively participate in all school activities, faculty meetings, and
conferences, including those with parents, during and after school hours as may be
necessary.
● Take full advantage of all opportunities to grow as a teacher.

● Cultivate collaboration, transparency, inclusion, curiosity, fun, innovation, and
excellence in a dynamic learning community.
● Possess a passion for math and have the ability to spark student motivation and love
of learning.
● In-depth knowledge of math and science curricula and best teaching practices.
● Ability to conduct dynamic and flexible instruction to address a variety of learning
needs and interests.
● Willingness to examine one’s own teaching with a critical eye in order to continuously
improve one’s practice.
● Evaluate student progress regularly using assessment tools.
● Provide students with opportunities to question, investigate, and wonder.
Qualifications:
● Required Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree, Experience teaching at
elementary or middle school
● Preferred Education/Experience and/or Certification: Masters Degree, Teaching
Certification

Skills/Abilities and Attributes
● Experience teaching elementary school.
● Strong communication skills and professional ethics are essential. Computer Science
experience is a plus.
● Team-oriented, with a strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced
environment to multiple deadlines
● Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize e

ectively and e
ciently
● Excellent time management with an ability to balance multiple projects and timelines
and to meet deadlines
● Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to express ideas clearly and
actively listen to others
● Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Physical Demands/Work Environment
● Regularly lifting or carrying 1-20 lbs.
● Regular pushing, pulling, bending, stooping and kneeling
● Regularly climbing stairs
● Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours
● Requires physical presence, work to be performed on campus