26/27 Full-Time Lower School Teacher

AIM Academy is looking for a dedicated, passionate, and experienced educator to join our team as a full-time Lower School Teacher (Grades 1-5) for the 26/27 school year. 

At AIM, collaboration is key. Lower School teachers engage in regular discussions to review student work, participate in peer observations, share best practices, and assess student progress. Teachers also strive to maintain positive relationships with students and their families, ensuring clear, consistent, and culturally-responsive communication throughout the year and during several annual family conferences. All teachers are invited to participate in a variety of robust professional development opportunities - both within and outside of AIM Institute - as well.

Responsibilities include implementing AIM’s curriculum with fidelity, utilizing Lower School routines and procedures with consistency, crafting detailed narrative comments at the end of each marking period, and developing lesson plans, homework assignments, and assessments for reading, writing, math, and Wilson Reading System.  Additional responsibilities will include attending regular faculty meetings, ordering instructional materials and supplies, and participating in community-building events. Other duties may be assigned by Administration as needed.

AIM Academy teachers demonstrate a commitment to high expectations for all students, foster a sense of collegiality, and are eager to grow professionally. The ideal candidate will hold certification in Elementary/Special Education and ideally have Wilson Reading System certification. Previous experience teaching students with language-based learning differences and familiarity with the Responsive Classroom approach is preferred. 

Because AIM is dedicated to creating a culture of equity and inclusion, candidates should value engaging in open dialogue, questioning, confronting assumptions, and attuning to all voices.  Please review AIM’s Equity and Diversity Statement online.

At AIM Academy, our hiring process reflects our culture, ethics, and core values: Care for Others, Creative Problem Solving, Commitment to Excellence, and a Can-Do Attitude. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required/Master’s degree preferred
• PA or Private Academic Certification in Elementary and/or Special Education
• Wilson Certification preferred
• Experience in providing responsive, evidence-based instruction to and designing engaging curricula for students who learn differently
• Ability to adjust instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of learners
• Deep respect for children as learners and individuals
• Knowledge of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion practices and their impact on classroom climate and curriculum 
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills at both the student and family levels
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively with students and staff
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and lifelong learning
• Openness to feedback from an instructional support team
• Willingness to implement emerging technologies into the classroom

To Apply:

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to our Human Resources Manager, Cheryl Ferst at [email protected].