Available Jobs at the Village School
Science Teacher (Part-time)
The Village School is looking for a science teacher for one afternoon a week, teaching a 3rd-4th grade class and a 5th-6th grade class, at a nature-based independent elementary school in Royalston Massachusetts. Science teacher experience, science background and teacher training required.
The curriculum is already developed by the school, and the right person will be mentored by the long-time science teacher. It requires a fair amount of prep. Be ready to take students out in the field regularly! No textbooks, it’s all hands-on, labs and observation. For the right person, this is a great opportunity to enter the science teaching field, or to renew science teaching after an absence.
Send resume and references to the Head, Rise Richardson at: rise@villageschoolma.org
The Village School Part-Time Art Teacher Royalston MA
Looking for an art teacher to lead art classes at an independent elementary school, The Village School, one very full day a week. We do a lot of clay work and use a kiln. We are a nature based school, and art often works with the seasons and/or the yearly classroom theme. Looking for a balance of creativity and teaching technique. Prefer teacher who has art teacher training and is familiar with classroom management. To start end of August.
Email resume and references to rise@villageschoolma.org
Job description:
The art teacher prepares and teaches weekly art classes for preschool through 6th grade. The position is for one day per week, approximately 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with occasional evening or weekend events, and a monthly staff meeting. Responsibilities include:
- Teaching weekly art classes
- Attending monthly theme meetings with other specialists and classroom teachers
- Providing activities for Open House
- Working with other teachers and students on set painting for the play
- Organizing occasional art shows in public spaces
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in art, education, or related field strongly preferred
- Experience teaching ceramics and running a kiln strongly preferred
- Teaching and classroom management skills essential
- Ability to communicate well with students, parents, and staff
- Excellent organizational skills
Teacher can augment their income by offering after school art classes.
Village School Music Teacher
The Village School is seeking a part-time music teacher for preschool through 6th grade singing and recorder classes. Music is an integral part of our school culture, and is valued and supported by staff, students, and parents.
Responsibilities:
- Teach weekly vocal music classes for preschool through 6th grade
- Teach weekly group recorder lessons for kindergarten through 6th grade
- Select music that fits with theme-based curriculum and seasonal events
- Integration of basic music theory, history, and culture
- Evaluation of students’ progress through written reports
- Documentation of lesson plans
- Regular meetings with teachers and staff
- Occasional evening performances, plays, and other events
The school also has an established after school music program with lessons available on a variety of instruments. Part of the music teacher position could involve directing the after school music program, and/or teaching private lessons after school.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in music education, or related field strongly preferred
- Teaching and classroom management skills essential
- Ability to communicate well with students, parents, and staff
- Excellent organizational skills
This position is one day a week for 8 hours, plus occasional evenings, with the option of additional hours for after school lessons. Pay is commensurate with training and experience. Find more information about the school at villageschoolma.org.
Send resume and cover letter to: rise@villageschoolma.org
Temporary 1st-2nd assistant classroom teacher for the fall
Temporary or substitute 1st-2nd grade assistant classroom teacher in nature-based independent elementary school, The Village School in Royalston MA, for late August through mid-November 2020, filling in for teacher on maternity leave.
The assistant teacher will support the classroom teacher in all aspects of the school day in a combined 1st and 2nd classroom. This includes leading small groups and working one on one with students in beginning reading, writing and more. Looking for a kind, quiet, patient yet firm individual who connects well with children.
Required: Bachelors or more in Education.
Preferred: 2+ years experience teaching in early elementary, training in various learn-to-read programs such as Fountas & Pinnell, familiarity with phonics work, familiarity with Responsive Classroom.
Needs to be in good physical shape to be outdoors with children in any kind of weather, join in hiking, etc. This is a great opportunity to work with a master teacher in a small cohesive school.
Salary commensurate with experience. Approximately 25-30 hours a week.
Please send resume and references to the email below.
