Middle School Homeroom and Electives Facilitator/Teacher

The Expedition School is seeking a part-time Middle School Homeroom and Electives Facilitator/Teacher to lead instruction in a variety of subjects for grades 5-8, support homeroom routines and student development, collaborate with colleagues and families, and contribute to a positive and organized learning environment through Responsive Classroom practices and targeted student support. The Facilitator/Teacher will perform tasks that may include, but are not limited to:

Instruction and Student Support

• Teach and facilitate learning for middle school students (grades 5-8) across various subjects
• Plan and deliver lessons tailored to student needs
• Grade student work and finalize report card grades for Typing and Computer Science
• Provide small-group math instruction for Grade 6
• Teach Typing, Cursive, and Computer Skills to Grade 5 students
• Supervise and support students during I-Ready activities, including goal setting
• Adjust instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs
• Administer assessments as required

Homeroom and Student Engagement

• Serve as Grade 7-8 Homeroom Teacher, including leading Morning Meetings
• Support students during Upper School recess
• Maintain a structured, organized classroom environment for both self and students
• Use Responsive Classroom methods and positive behavior management strategies
• Uphold high expectations while maintaining respectful, empathetic interactions
• Participate in team and homeroom activities during designated times
• Communicate regularly with homeroom families

Collaboration and Professionalism

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and specialists (e.g., OT, PT, speech, therapists) to support students
• Attend and participate in team meetings (especially with grades 7-8)
• Supervise classrooms when other teachers attend IEP meetings
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students' families through ongoing communication
• Communicate and problem-solve effectively with team members to meet classroom and school-wide needs
• Contribute to arrival, lunch, dismissal, and other school-wide duties as needed
• Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and a student-centered mindset

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Experience: At least 2 years successful experience working with middle grades students
• Flexibility and patience
• Growth Mindset and quick learner
• Strong communicator and collaborator
• Technology and Computer Savvy, must learn and be proficient in multiple online programs in quick time
• Eagerness to work with any grade 5-8
• Responsive classroom and Morning Meeting Training (provided by the school)

Additional Details

• Start date: July 10, 2025
• Salary: $22 per hour
• Calendar: 10 month school calendar including all student days and some teacher workdays
• Hours: 7:30 AM-1:00 PM Monday through Friday