1st Grade Lead Teacher

Redwood Day

3245 Sheffield Avenue

Oakland, CA 94602 www.rdschool.org

Redwood Day is a vibrant K-8 school with students, faculty and staff all learning together on our four- acre campus in the heart of Oakland. Everything we do is designed to keep every child engaged and growing. Academically, that means a world-class curriculum, the best teachers, and a focus on the individual student. Socially and emotionally, we teach students to work through challenges, respect each other’s differences, and honor their diverse community. We find great strength in multiple perspectives and embrace every opportunity to weave diversity in thought and action into our social, emotional, and academic lives.

Job Description:

The 1st Grade Lead Teacher is a dynamic educator with experience planning curriculum. This teacher will work closely with their grade-level partner and implement curricular components as defined by the grade-level teaching team, including ELA, math, and social studies. (Students also attend P.E., Music, Art, Spanish/Mandarin, Library, Science, Cooking/Gardening, and DBi Lab classes away from the classroom.) The ideal candidate is committed to academic excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion, and deeply understands the social and emotional growth and development of children. This individual will have a strong commitment to meeting the learning needs of each student, an ability to differentiate instruction across content areas, a collaborative spirit, and an interest in building community in and outside of the classroom.

  Primary Duties:

• Demonstrates mastery of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials for 1st Grade
• Creates curricula that are aligned with standards and implements appropriate assessments that drive instruction
• Maintains a safe, organized classroom, which supports students’ independent learning, collaboration and choice
• Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and classroom management techniques
• Provides a variety of assessments and uses assessments for planning and instruction
• Provides consistent, immediate feedback to student learning
• Monitors and maintains a positive classroom environment that supports school-wide behavioral expectations
• Uses available technology/instructional media to enhance the students’ learning experiences
• Establishes and maintains appropriate relationships with students, parents/guardians, staff, and community members by communicating tactfully, courteously, and confidentially
• Appropriately communicates and interacts with other professional staff in academic planning and school committee work.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and extra-curricular/school-related activities and committees
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional growth
• Maintains a school-appropriate appearance and demonstrates conscientious and responsible behavior
• Engages parents and guardians in the education of their children and related next steps for student progress
• Does not engage in discriminatory practices on any basis, including race, origin, gender, socio-economic status, disability, religion, or political beliefs
• Fulfills other duties as assigned from time to time

This is a full-time position, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (5:00 p.m. on Wednesdays), Monday - Friday, beginning August 2025.

Limitations and Disclaimer:

The above job responsibilities are meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities associated with the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with federal and state laws. Employment at Redwood Day is “at-will”. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Offers are contingent on passing a background check and TB assessment.

Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and Redwood Day Application Form electronically by January 31, 2025, to LSleadteacher2025@rdschool.org, Attn: Tony Cifra, Lower School Director. No phone calls, please.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum of 3-5 years classroom teaching experience
• Natural rapport with children and effective classroom management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong communication and organizational skills, and is motivated to work with a strong existing team

Desired Qualifications and Traits:

• Teaching credential or Master’s Degree (preferred)
• Integration of technology in curriculum

About REDWOOD DAY SCHOOL

Redwood Day 3245 Sheffield Ave., Oakland, CA 94602 www.redwoodday.org Redwood Day is a vibrant K-8 school with over 385 students and 80+ faculty and staff all learning together on our four-acre campus in the heart of Oakland. Everything we do is designed to keep every child engaged and growing. Academically, that means a world-class curriculum, the best teachers, and a focus on the individual student. Socially and emotionally, we teach students to work through challenges, respect each other’s differences, and honor their diverse community. We find great strength in multiple perspectives and embrace every opportunity to weave diversity in thought and action into our social, emotional, and academic lives.

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