Maclay Middle School seeks a dynamic, skilled, and creative Language Arts teacher to teach in the middle school (6^th, 7^th, or 8^th), serve as an advisor, and collaborate with a collegial and skilled team of faculty.

As a teacher and advisor, this person will serve as an integral member of the grade level team and Language Arts department. Deep knowledge of and appreciation for teaching Language Arts from multiple perspectives, as well as creating an environment that encourages learning, motivates students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to establish and continue a firm foundation to perpetuate the learning experience. The successful candidate will have demonstrated success in teaching middle school, the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues, and a desire to be part of an independent school community. Candidates should have experience integrating technology in the classroom and the ability to differentiate instruction to effectively work with a range of learners. Additional responsibilities include serving as an advisor, full participation in the life of the school, leading a club, serving as an athletic coach, or other initiative.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Middle School, the Middle School Language Arts Teacher will be responsible for the following:

• Instruction, curriculum development, and extended classroom activities in the field of Language Arts.
• Use of the latest research, tools, and data to inform and enrich the experience for students.
• Guide students in developing skills essential to effective life-long learning practices including creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration.
• Make interdisciplinary connections by teaming with colleagues.
• Model a growth mindset regarding best practices and important trends in curriculum, pedagogy, educational technology, and co-curricular activities.
• Serve as an advisor; participate in the life of the middle school through leading a club, serving as an athletic coach, or other initiative.

This is a full-time position, beginning in August 2021. 

An advanced degree in Education focusing on the subject area and a minimum of 3 years of classroom teaching experience are preferred

Employment Application can be downloaded and then emailed along with a resume to Cristy Stout, cstout@maclay.org and Barbara Rubio-Gomez, brubio-gomez@maclay.org, or turned in at the Front Office.

 

Maclay School seeks an elementary mathematics specialist to enhance the teaching, learning, and assessing of mathematics to improve student achievement. Reporting directly to the Director of Lower School, the Instructional Coach is responsible for influencing and supporting educational efforts to improve the teaching and learning of mathematics. The ideal candidate will possess a deep and broad understanding of mathematical content, including the specialized knowledge needed for teaching, with a solid knowledge of the elementary context. They will have expertise in using and helping others use effective instructional and assessment practices that are informed by knowledge of mathematical learning trajectories. The Instructional Coach will have a proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively with colleagues, including the ability to create and nurture a professional community of adult learners. Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching the Eureka Math curriculum. 

Job Responsibilities and Roles:  

• Model lessons in classrooms on an as needed basis 

• Support the instructional development of all teachers in understanding the Eureka Math curriculum  

•  Build strong relationships with teachers, administrators, and other coaches. 

•  Provide direction and coordination for how the curriculum is taught, consistent with school initiatives and recognized best instructional practices. 

•  Create an articulated schedule with Division Director 

•  Assist teachers with resources, materials, tools, information, etc. to support classroom instruction and planning, including new resources. 

•  Support teachers and administrators in using data to improve instruction on all levels. 

• Assist teachers with planning and pacing of lessons, the development of differentiated lessons, and the selection of best practices to meet the needs of their students. 

• Support teachers by sharing multiple instructional strategies/processes during planning times. 

• Informally observe (non-evaluative) lessons and provide feedback for a teacher’s professional growth and students’ success. 

• Develop staff members’ knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors through a variety of professional development targeted topics and designs. 

• Develop coaching plans for teachers to ensure student improvement. 

• Utilize Adult Learning Theory to motivate adult learners to improve professional practice. 

• Contribute to the development systems and structures to improve teacher practice within schools. 

• Attend summer training sessions. 

Maclay School is an independent, non-sectarian college preparatory school located on 100 beautiful acres in northern Tallahassee, about ten miles north of the state capitol building. The Lower School program begins with a very special preschool for three- and four-year-old children. The state-of-the-art preschool building is filled with loving educators who want to make learning at Maclay fun. Just steps away, the Jablon Lower School provides a warm, family environment with a challenging college preparatory curriculum. Maclay’s Lower School embraces a philosophy and approach that recognizes that each child arrives with unique backgrounds, dreams, and goals and that it is the school’s responsibility to provide a nurturing environment that helps each student be successful. The Lower School provides a safe and nurturing environment in which each child is encouraged to take risks, stretch their thinking, and challenge themselves to their fullest potential. 

To apply for this position, please submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references to:  Cristy Stout, Executive Assistant to Head, at cstout@maclay.org and to Lower School Directory Bentley Harris bharris@maclay.org.  

Application Deadline: Rolling Recruitment  

Maclay School seeks an elementary literacy specialist to enhance the teaching, learning, and assessment of reading and writing to improve student achievement. Reporting directly to the Director of Lower School, the Instructional Coach is responsible for influencing and supporting educational efforts to improve the teaching and learning of reading and writing. The ideal candidate will possess a deep and broad understanding of English Language Arts content and standards, including the specialized knowledge needed for teaching, with a solid knowledge of the elementary context. They will have expertise in using and helping others use effective instructional and assessment practices that are informed by knowledge of learning trajectories. The Instructional Coach will have a proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively with colleagues, including the ability to create and nurture a professional community of adult learners. Preference will be given to candidates with experience with the Teachers College Reading & Writing Program Units of Study for Reading and Writing, as well as structured literacy instruction.   

Job Responsibilities and Roles:   

• Model lessons in classrooms on an as needed basis  
• Support the instructional development of all teachers in understanding the Reading/Writing Workshop curriculum   
• Build strong relationships with teachers, administrators, and other coaches.  
• Provide direction and coordination for how the curriculum is taught, consistent with school initiatives and recognized best instructional practices.  
• Create an articulated schedule with Division Director  
• Assist teachers with resources, materials, tools, information, etc. to support classroom instruction and planning, including new resources.  
• Support teachers and administrators in using data to improve instruction on all levels.  
• Assist teachers with planning and pacing of lessons, the development of differentiated lessons, and the selection of best practices to meet the needs of their students.  
• Support teachers by sharing multiple instructional strategies/processes during planning times.  
• Informally observe (non-evaluative) lessons and provide feedback for a teacher’s professional growth and students’ success.  
• Develop staff members’ knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors through a variety of professional development targeted topics and designs.  
• Develop coaching plans for teachers to ensure student improvement.  
• Utilize Adult Learning Theory to motivate adult learners to improve professional practice.  
• Contribute to the development systems and structures to improve teacher practice within schools.  
• Attend summer training sessions.  

Maclay School is an independent, non-sectarian college preparatory school located on 100 beautiful acres in northern Tallahassee, about ten miles north of the state capitol building. The Lower School program begins with a very special preschool for three- and four-year-old children. The state-of-the-art preschool building is filled with loving educators who want to make learning at Maclay fun. Just steps away, the Jablon Lower School provides a warm, family environment with a challenging college preparatory curriculum.  Maclay’s  Lower School embraces a philosophy and approach that recognizes that each child arrives with unique backgrounds, dreams, and goals and that it is the school’s responsibility to provide a nurturing environment that helps each student be successful. The Lower School provides a safe and nurturing environment in which each child is encouraged to take risks, stretch their thinking, and challenge themselves to their fullest potential.  

To apply for this position, please submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references  to:  Cristy Stout, Executive Assistant to Head, at cstout@maclay.org and to Lower School Directory Bentley Harris bharris@maclay.org.

Kids Club (K-5) and the new Level Up Enrichment program is hiring for the 2021-2022 school year.  The hours are 2:20-6:00 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday and 1:20-6:00 on Wednesdays.  Please contact Lee Williams at lwilliams@maclay.org or 850-363-4471.

Pre-K Kids Club is hiring for the 2021-2022 school year.  The hours are 2:20-6:00 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday and 1:20-6:00 on Wednesdays.  If you are interested, contact Stacey Houston at shouston@maclay.org ASAP. 

Substitute Teachers

Maclay School is looking for energetic and motivated substitute teachers to work with students at all levels, from elementary to high school. The best candidates are flexible and have an interest in working with children (age 5 through 12th grade) within the educational setting. Official experience and/or a state teaching license is good, but we welcome those with informal experience too. This position is "as needed" and there is no guarantee of hours/days. Many substitute assignments are arranged by phone call the day/night before or morning of the assignment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Must be punctual and dependable
• Must be able to execute the teacher’s lesson plans and maintain the classroom in a professional manner.
• The ability to work positively and professionally with students, parents and faculty
• A high degree of professionalism, collegiality, and personal conduct both in and outside of school
• Ability and judgment to communicate thoroughly, accurately and concisely with all constituents in a school environment, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to successfully pass a Federal and FDLE background check

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, completed Maclay School Employment Application, and two letters of reference to Charles Beamer, Assistant Head of School at cbeamer@maclay.org.

**It is the policy of Maclay School not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.**