Early Learners Faculty (Early Childhood, PreK)
The Summit Preparatory School of Southwest Missouri is seeking an educator in the following area for the 2024-2025 academic year:
Early Learners Faculty (Early Childhood, PreK)
The Summit is excited to announce the addition of a third section of Early Learners for the 24/25 school year!
The Summit, located in Springfield, MO, is a fully accredited, independent, non-profit, co-educational day school meeting the learning needs of students in Early Learners through High School. The Summit is characterized by its progressive, student-centered philosophy, academically challenging curriculum, personalized, “deeper learning” approach, motivated students, small class sizes, and talented, dedicated faculty.
The Summit offers a regionally competitive salary in a collaborative and engaging teaching community. The Early Learners program is comprised of students ages 3, 4, and 5 in multi-age classroom settings. Early Learners faculty and classroom assistants work closely together to provide a supportive, domain-based, and developmentally-appropriate and challenging educational environment. Initial one-year contract with possibility to extend. Reporting date August 2024.
Candidate Profile:
Demonstrates commitment to progressive pedagogy and expertise in early childhood education
Establishes student-centered environment with an inquiry-based instructional approach
Integrates technology effectively
Exhibits excellent written and oral communication skills
Collaborates well with colleagues to promote an integrated educational experience
Successfully meets challenges and solves problems creatively
Models a growth mindset and pursues life-long learning
Qualifications/Experience:
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field (Master’s preferred)
Teacher certification (preferred)
Minimum 2+ years experience in classroom or in academic field (preferred)
Interested candidates should complete this Application for Employment and submit all required documentation, including a current résumé, letter of interest, and statement of educational philosophy. Application is open until position is filled. The Summit reserves the right to close the application process at any time. Please direct any questions about the position to Marissa Bradley, Lower School Director, at mbradley@thesummitprep.org.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: No person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability/handicap, or religion, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in the school’s employment opportunities.
