SCAN0307820-4018
2024-08-28T00:00:00
2024-05-28T00:00:00
Scarsdale Middle School is seeking talented, experienced, and innovative candidates for a Humanities position in Scarsdale Middle School's CHOICE program. Candidates holding a Social Studies or English certification will be considered. The anticipated start date is August 28, 2024. Scarsdale Middle School spans grades 6-8, and offers a rich and varied educational program to the high-achieving student population of approximately 1100 students. The school community boasts an accomplished faculty and staff and an active, supportive parent body. Scarsdale Middle School focuses on the developmental needs of early adolescents and fosters a highly challenging, nurturing, and supportive intellectual environment. Candidates must hold appropriate NYS certification and have a demonstrated ability to teach at the middle level.Scarsdale Middle School CHOICE Program Since its inception in 1974, the CHOICE program has provided an alternative learning experience for seventh and eighth graders. In this smaller school atmosphere, students and teachers can work together to create a positive, supportive community. CHOICE develops a close-knit community of learners over a two-year period. In addition to its academic focus, the program especially seeks to foster personal growth and development. Group process, community service, and self-governance help students form a sense of community that is special and meaningful.The curriculum includes mathematics, science, Humanities, and CHOICE Studies while students integrate with the main building for foreign language, quarterly, and PE/music. Mathematics students follow the seventh-grade advanced mathematics curriculum that prepares them for the high school level math class in 8th grade. Science classes emphasize hands-on laboratory learning and science applications. The Humanities program combines the teaching of English and social studies and focuses on historical turning points. Scarsdale Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.
Teacher
Scarsdale Public Schools
Lower Hudson Valley
Contract