Teacher

We are an independent day school with small classes, a college counseling office and a full athletics program. Since 1999, the school has served families in Bellevue and nearby towns. Most staff stay for years, and many are graduates of the district.

This is a new position created as the team has grown over the last year. Our school serves about 600 students in grades K through 5, and 60 percent qualify for free or reduced lunch. On site, Bellevue.

What you'll do

• Manage classroom routines and behavior using the school's PBIS framework
• Communicate with parents through conferences, email and the class platform
• Use Google Classroom or Canvas for assignments and make-up work
• Differentiate instruction for English learners, students with IEPs and advanced learners
• Assess student progress with formative checks, unit tests and benchmark assessments
• Plan and deliver daily lessons aligned to state standards and the adopted curriculum
• Keep accurate attendance records
• Grade assignments and post grades in PowerSchool or Infinite Campus weekly

About you

• 2+ years of classroom teaching experience preferred; student teaching counts for new graduates
• Working knowledge of classroom management strategies
• Able to stand for long periods and supervise students indoors and outdoors
• Comfortable with Google Workspace, an LMS and a student information system
• Valid Nebraska teaching certificate in the subject or grade band, or eligible for an alternative certification pathway
• Passing scores on required content and pedagogy exams (Praxis or state equivalent)

Bonus points

• ESL or ELL endorsement

Schedule: School year calendar, 185 contract days, August to June

Compensation and benefits

• Health, dental and vision coverage starting on day one
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off

Start: Immediately.

Demo job created on 11jobs for testing and demonstrations. It is not an actual opening at Lanternkeep Academy.