K-8 SEL Teacher

Thank you for your interest in working at GEMS, Graham Elementary and Middle School! GEMS is looking for an SEL Teacher (K-8) for the 26-27 school year. We are an EL Education K-8 charter school in Columbus, Ohio located by The Ohio State University’s campus. As a member of the Graham Family of Schools, we are committed to fostering each child’s unique potential and curiosity within a safe, nurturing environment. Students engage in authentic, standards-based learning experiences that involve growth in academics and strong connections to our community. A school culture of quality and character empowers students, as life-long learners, to care for themselves, each other, and the world.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Elementary Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Teacher to join our team. As an SEL Teacher, you will be responsible for implementing comprehensive social-emotional learning programs and supporting students' emotional well-being and development in an elementary school setting. You will work collaboratively with students, teachers, administrators, and parents to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes emotional intelligence, self-awareness, empathy, and interpersonal skills among students.

An ideal GEMS candidate is someone who:

Has a growth mindset

Has strong time management and organization skills

Understands that family involvement is integral to student success and has strong collaboration skills

Is committed to meeting the needs of every child in a diverse population

Is a life-long learner and actively engages in professional learning

Is a self-starter interested in working in a fast-paced school environment that requires flexible roles

Is solutions oriented

Seeks out and implements feedback

Brings positivity to teamwork and keeps an open mind

Has a sense of humor (we work hard, but like to have fun while doing it!)

Embraces the spirit of “Yes, and…”

Compensation:

Salary is commensurate with experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package.

K-8 Classroom Teacher

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement a school-wide social-emotional learning curriculum that aligns with the needs and developmental levels of elementary school students.

Facilitate engaging lessons and activities that promote students' understanding and application of social-emotional skills such as self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.

Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages open communication, respect, and empathy among students.

Conduct regular assessments to evaluate students' social-emotional competencies and provide individualized support and intervention as needed.

Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate social-emotional learning into core academic subjects, supporting a holistic approach to education.

Establish positive relationships with parents and guardians, offering guidance and resources to support their child's social-emotional development at home.

Implement strategies to address and prevent bullying, conflict resolution, and behavior management within the school community.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.

Valid teaching certification or license.

Prior experience working with elementary school-aged children in an educational or counseling capacity.

Strong knowledge of social-emotional learning theories, methodologies, and best practices.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with students, teachers, parents, and administrators.

Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for supporting students' social-emotional development.

Ability to create and implement engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons and activities.

Familiarity with assessment tools and strategies to evaluate students' social-emotional competencies.

Knowledge of behavior management techniques and conflict resolution strategies.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

All classroom teachers are required to have a Bachelor’s degree (at minimum) and a valid Ohio teaching license.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree

Valid Ohio Educator License related to instructional area

Pass BCI and FBI background check

Pass Educator Licensure conduct review

Reports To:

Building leadership team

Location:

Graham Elementary and Middle School, 140 E. 16th Ave. Columbus, OH 43201

To apply:

Please visit our website: https://www.thegrahamfamilyofschools.org/Employment.aspx

When completing the application, please be prepared to answer some essay questions, provide a resume and cover letter, and other documents which you may wish to provide for our consideration.

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Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid …