Elementary School Classroom Teacher
Elementary School Classroom Teacher
FT/PT: Full-Time
Status: Exempt (Salaried)
Reports To: Elementary School Division Head
The Orchard School:
Founded in 1922, Orchard is an independent, non-sectarian, progressive school for approximately 500 students in preschool through the 8th grade. Orchard is committed to advancing each student’s academic success, self-confidence, open-mindedness, ethical character, leadership, and love of learning. Located in north Indianapolis on a 43-acre wooded campus with a state-of-the-art facility, Orchard promises academic excellence through a well-rounded education, engaging the natural curiosity of students in an active, child-centered, and experiential learning environment. We seek, and strive to maintain a diverse and inclusive school community, and are committed to the principles that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value the skills, knowledge, and experiences a diverse workforce brings to our school.
Founded in 1922, Orchard is an independent, non-sectarian, progressive school for approximately 500 students in preschool through the 8th grade. Orchard is committed to advancing each student’s academic success, self-confidence, open-mindedness, ethical character, leadership, and love of learning. Located in north Indianapolis on a 43-acre wooded campus with a state-of-the-art facility, Orchard promises academic excellence through a well-rounded education, engaging the natural curiosity of students in an active, child-centered, and experiential learning environment. We seek, and strive to maintain a diverse and inclusive school community, and are committed to the principles that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value the skills, knowledge, and experiences a diverse workforce brings to our school.
The Position:
The Orchard School seeks a dynamic, nurturing, and growth-oriented educator to join our innovative and collaborative Elementary School team, with a teaching placement in Grades 1-4. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a community dedicated to the ongoing development of a progressive, hands-on, and whole-child approach to teaching and learning. Our foundation is built on the unwavering belief that all children are naturally curious and capable learners who thrive in active, child-centered, and experiential learning environments.
Responsibilities:
- Teach all disciplines related to the homeroom curriculum
- Collaborate with teaching teams to design curriculum, assessments, and teaching methods
- Participate in department and division-wide initiatives about issues of pedagogy, curriculum, and equity
- Engage with parents about individual children and grade-wide curriculum
- Attend faculty meetings and events
- Write student reports three times a year
Required Qualifications and Attributes:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Elementary Education or a related field
- At least 3 years of experience teaching elementary school children (strongly preferred)
- Passion for working with children and engaging in school life
- Approaches work with optimism, energy, kindness, and a sense of humor
- Strong collaborator, capable of building positive relationships with faculty, administrators, students, parents, and the broader community
- Demonstrates cultural competency and a commitment to engaging with and learning from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences
- Supports and embodies Orchard's definition of progressive education
- Open to learning from and with colleagues to enhance teaching practices
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Demonstrates sound judgment, emotional maturity, and professionalism in all situations
Benefits:
The Orchard School values our employees and offers a total compensation package designed to attract and retain talented individuals who make our school successful. Benefits include:
- 11 paid personal days
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Employer paid long- and short-term disability
- Additional benefits
How to apply:
Candidates should apply by sending a resume and cover letter to Elementary School Division Head Erica McGovern, emcgovern@orchard.org, by May 1. Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Please place “Elementary Classroom Teacher” in the email subject line.
Orchard values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. Orchard does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion or national origin in the administration of its admission, tuition assistance, or employment determination.
The Orchard School is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools and is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States.
For more information about The Orchard School, click here.
