The Siena School is seeking a full-time elementary teacher (grades 3-5) who is passionate about teaching and our mission of serving bright children with dyslexia and similar language-based learning differences. We are looking for a highly collaborative teacher committed to designing and adapting instruction to meet a range of student learning needs and interests. Siena relies heavily on multisensory and differentiated instruction. This position is open at our campus in Silver Spring, Maryland.

The Siena School is one of the nation’s leading independent schools serving bright, college-bound students with mild to moderate language-based learning differences, such as dyslexia (www.thesienaschool.org). At The Siena School, teachers encourage students' creative expression, incorporate student interest and passions, and develop critical thinking by creating a vibrant, student-centered environment that supports the learning and personal growth of each student. Siena faculty and staff work collaboratively with students, parents, and professionals to create a nurturing but rigorous learning environment. We know our children well and engage them on a daily basis in exciting, intellectual dialogue. Through individualized, multisensory instruction, students develop critical thinking skills and acquire the tools and strategies needed to become successful and independent learners. A positive learning experience inspires our students to have confidence in themselves and their abilities.

Siena teachers work with students in small classes of 10:1 and address individual needs through both small-group and individualized instruction. They are skillful in establishing a strong relationship with students and creating learning opportunities that motivate and inspire students to develop all aspects of their learning needs.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@thesienaschool.org. No phone inquiries, please.

Responsibilities include:

• Sharing teaching responsibilities with other teachers in the classroom
• Advising students and working with students, parents, and other teachers to fully develop a picture of students’ strengths and learning needs
• Creating lesson plans and adapting curriculum to teach Language Arts, math, social studies, and science
• Regular and consistent communication with students, parents, and colleagues

Qualifications:

• Master's/advanced degree (preferred) and 2-5 years of classroom experience (preferred), or Bachelor's degree with a strong academic track record and demonstrated career interest in education
• Strong language skills and a desire to make a difference for students whose intellect is ahead of their literacy skills
• Promoting joyful student engagement and a commitment to the education of students with dyslexia and language-based learning differences are essential.
• Comfort level with elementary-age children, student-advocacy practices, and inquiry-based instruction
• Training or classroom experience with elementary grades, differentiation, and/or students with learning differences/dyslexia
• Training in multisensory, structured language approaches is desirable (but not required) since Siena has targeted and ongoing professional development in reading instruction/learning differences
• Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Citizenship, residency, or work Visa in the United States is required

The position includes a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and benefits package including but not limited to: health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan, and professional development opportunities.