Terra Marin School is a progressive TK-8th grade school that seeks to constructively and positively contribute to the personal and intellectual growth of our students.
We are committed to exposing our students to a challenging, innovative curriculum in a collaborative, supportive community.
Teachers will be interacting in-person with our students in a safe manner outside (our teachers will teach with masks and practicing social distancing as well as our students).
Each teacher will work side by side with an earth educator instructor.
Teacher to Student ratio will be 1 to 8 Max.
We are looking for teachers to work in our Mill Valley location.
Teachers are the heart of our community.
Teachers will mirror and model the core values of our school by fostering their own curiosity, critical thinking, intentionality, open dialogue, and good humor.
Our teachers will seek to recognize and honor the gifts each student brings to the table.
Students strive to continually challenge themselves to new levels of mastery and our teachers guide our students in their journey to be engaged learners, self-advocates, and stewards of our natural environment.
TMS Fast Facts:
Independent, co-educational school
Unique to our Program: One Day of every week, students and teachers will spend a day outdoors in nature that is led by a Nature Guide.
Located in scenic Mill Valley just north of the Golden Gate Bridge by San Francisco
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TMS Middle School Math Teacher Description:
We are seeking a talented individual to join our middle school teaching team as a English teacher and advisor for one period in the morning four days a week.
Qualification Requirements
A passion for working with young people
An openness to professional development and continuous learning
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
A pleasant approach to work and, ideally, a sense of humor
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Bachelor’s or graduate degree in English literature or related field
A minimum of 3-5 years of teaching experience
Proficient technology skills including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office
Candidates with English and/or humanities experience are a plus
Responsibilities
Teach 7th and 8th grade English
Collaborate with teams to design and implement an interdisciplinary, thematic-based, experiential curriculum
Use the Harkness Method to teach (a plus)
Lead an advisory group
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Overtly support and act in accordance with the school’s mission and values
Demonstrate appropriate planning and preparation for instruction
Develop and maintain a classroom atmosphere centered on intellectual inquiry and student engagement.
Foster classroom community through inclusionary, compassionate, and supportive practices
Uphold professional standards of personal presentation, punctuality, professional courtesy, and discretion
Appropriately carry out specific responsibilities as designated by the division (eg.
duties)
Honor the confidentiality of school and student information
Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
Engage in self-reflection and professional development through goal setting, PD opportunities, and ongoing dialog with division directors.
Other Duties
Attendance on field trips and middle Outdoor Education Overnight
Support admission work through tours and visitors
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in education and content area a Plus
Training in the Harkness Method
Responsive Classroom Training
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