Thank you for your interest in The Foote School
Foote is a vibrant place where teachers and staff strive to balance exuberance with reflection. Every effort is made to help children achieve their potential with limited class size, small group instruction, and attention to the individual in an encouraging atmosphere.
Teachers provide careful grounding in verbal and mathematical skills while fostering creativity and self-confidence. These skills are integrated into a rich and imaginative curriculum of literature, history, mathematics, science, technology, writing, foreign languages, the arts and athletics.
Foote cultivates an atmosphere of mutual consideration and respect through close relationships among teachers, students, and parents. We emphasize the necessity for cooperative effort, accountability for one’s actions, the value of service to the school community and the world beyond, and the many satisfactions of kindness to others.
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OPENINGS:
CURRICULUM COORDINATOR
MIDDLE SCHOOL DIVISION HEAD
GIRLS LACROSSE COACH
MIXED AGE GROUP TEACHER
(Combined 1st and 2nd grades)
Candidate profile:
A nurturing, energetic, adaptable person who understands the developmental and cognitive needs of children between the ages of six and eight and who can teach collaboratively in a creative, cooperative and hands-on environment.
Candidates should have an interest in and experience with teaching to a wide range of abilities as well as extending the curriculum to meet needs of all students.
Requirements:
- 2 – 4 years full-Time teaching experience in K-5 classroom
- Clear understanding of Differentiated Instruction
- Proven record of effective oral and written communication with parents
- Proficient at writing assessments of student progress
- Skills needed to mentor and supervise an associate teacher
- Bachelor's degree required; master's degree strongly preferred
How to apply
Posted 3/2/10
CURRICULUM COORDINATOR
Working closely with the Lower School and Middle School Division Heads to support each division’s continued growth, the Curriculum Coordinator will collaborate with and support a strong, dynamic faculty.
Primary responsibilities:
- Ensure curricular continuity from grade to grade and assist in the transition from Lower School to Middle School
- Support teachers in implementing “Best Practices”
- Working with department chairs, coordinate yearly curricular review process and support departments in implementing recommended changes
- Coordinate school-wide CAIS self-study and accreditation process
- Work collaboratively with Lower School and Middle School department chairs on articulation of content and skills at each grade level
- Keep abreast of a wide range of pedagogies through reading professional literature, visiting other schools, using online resources and attending professional conferences
- Provide in-house professional development for faculty
- Teach one class
Other responsibilities:
- Serve on Professional Development Committee
- Review Lower School and Middle School Reports
- Work on special projects as determined by Head of School
- Review and update curriculum pages on Web site
Qualifications required:
- Master's Degree
- Teaching experience (5+ years) in Lower (K-5) and Middle School (6-9)
- Proven success mentoring faculty
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting, facilitate discussion, and lead groups to consensus
- Expertise and experience with K-9 curriculum development
- Research and analytical skills
- Creative and resourceful, with a sense of humor and strong work ethic
Experience in the following areas is desired:
- Technology integration
- Middle School advisory programs
- Independent School accreditation
- Differentiated instruction
Please submit the following:
- Résumé
- Writing sample/personal statement
- Two letters of recommendation, if available
- List of three references including one from current supervisor
Send materials to:
Carol Maoz
Head of School
The Foote School
50 Loomis Place
New Haven, CT 06511
E-mail: employmentinquiries@footeschool.org
Fax: (203) 777-2809
Posted 2/3/10
MIDDLE SCHOOL DIVISION HEAD
The Middle School Division head is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the 6-9 program at The Foote School. He/she must have an understanding of child and adolescent development, excellent communication skills, a passion for working with early adolescents, and commitment to the mission of The Foote School. Click here for a detailed position description.
Qualifications:
5+ years of teaching experience
3- 5 years of administrative experience
Master's Degree required
Starting date: July 1, 2010
Individuals interested in being considered for the position of Head of Middle School should send their resume, personal statement or statement of educational philosophy, recent letters of recommendation, if available, and three references via mail or e-mail to:
Carol Maoz
Head of School
The Foote School
50 Loomis Place
New Haven, CT 06511
E-mail: employmentinquiries@footeschool.org
Fax: (203) 777-2809
Posted 1/12/10
GIRLS LACROSSE COACH
Spring Term 2010
Monday - Friday from 3 to 5 p.m.
Season begins March 29 and runs through May 21.
Generous stipend offered.
Contact Athletic Dirctor Ted Wilis 203-777-3464
Posted 1/22/10
FULL-TIME SUBSTITUTE MUSIC TEACHER – LOWER SCHOOL
This position has been filled. Thank you for your interest.
Updated 1/12/10
TEACHER INTERN K-9
This position has been filled. Thank you for your interest.
Updated 12/7/09
SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
Resumes for substitute teachers in all grades are always welcome; they may be sent, with a cover letter, to the Office of the Head of School as outlined below.
How to Apply
Individuals interested in being considered for any of the above positions should send a letter of interest, resume, a writing sample, and three references via mail or e-mail to:
E-mail: employmentinquiries@footeschool.org
Fax: (203) 777-2809
Mailing address:
Carol Maoz
Head of School
The Foote School
50 Loomis Place
New Haven, CT 06511
Foote considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or physical disability.
