Pre-Kindergarten Teacher (4 year olds)

High Point Friends School, a PK2 - 8th grade co-educational, independent school located in High Point, North Carolina, is seeking a PK Teacher (4 year olds).

High Point Friends School is committed to hiring and retaining highly qualified and conscientious employees whose character and personality will contribute to a positive work environment. Faculty must value the inherent goodness of children. Students are challenged to recognize and appreciate their own potential, to respect the potential of others, to value and respect others' opinions, and to feel free to express their inner selves thus building a strong self-image.

The faculty member's primary responsibilities are to:

• Plan and facilitate daily learning experiences that target students' assessed needs based upon the HPFS curriculum, NC Standards, and mission of the school.
• Maintain a joyous and welcoming classroom atmosphere.
• Supervise students to ensure their spiritual, physical, and mental well-being.
• Communicate appropriately with parents and administration regarding students' achievements, growth, potential, and behavior.
• Provide learning opportunities that are targeted to meet each student’s personal characteristics and academic needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and clutter-free learning environment that facilitates highly engaged and active learning.
• Carry out other responsibilities as assigned by the Head of School.

Qualifications and Qualities:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Current NC teaching license preferred
• A life-long learner, committed to ongoing professional development
• Demonstrated sensitivity to, appreciation for and positive communication with students, faculty and staff of varying racial, ethnic, religious, gender, cultural, disability, sexual orientation and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Next steps for Candidates:

 Please submit a resume and letters of recommendation to Rob Kelley, Head of School, at [email protected]. No phone calls, please.