Horizons - Head Teacher

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Horizons - Head Teacher
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Academics
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Department:
Horizons [UCH]
Locations:
Fairfield, CT
Posted:
Mar 8, 2023
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Type:
PT No Benefits
Position ID:
159801
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As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University's nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent's College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change-in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges-2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools-2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. ****View SHU's Faculty Experts Here
Job Description:
Lead educator for approximately 18 students during a six-week summer academic and enrichment program.
Responsibilities Include:
Lead educator for approximately 18 students during a six-week summer academic and enrichment program
Build strong and mutually respectful relationships with students and their families based in open communication and collaboration
Facilitate an emotionally safe and trauma-responsive classroom environment
Maintain professional boundaries and mutually respectful relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and community partners
Responsible for planning and instruction of different subject areas using a wide range of teaching aids
Maintain attendance records, work with Executive Director and Academic Coordinator on lesson plans, teach lessons and provide evaluative feedback
Work with, oversee and supervise assigned interns and volunteers
Attend one week of orientation, new hire onboarding session, and set up prior to the start of the program
Participate in all training opportunities and support groups
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Knowledge and Skills Needed:
Minimum 2-4 years head teaching experience in a K-8 classroom preferred
Experience teaching a wide range of abilities and extending curriculum to meet the needs of all students and ability to foster a lifelong love of learning in children.
Strong commitment to the Horizons at SHU mission and interest in being involved in our community during the six-week summer enrichment program and through participation in year-round events.
Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
Experience with project-based learning
Clear understanding of differentiated instruction
Effective oral and communication skills
Experience using technology to enhance instruction
Skills needed to mentor and supervise interns and volunteers
Additional Information:
Seasonal
Dates of Program:
Training week - 6/19-6/23
Program Days 6/26-8/4
Clean up Days 8/7 - 8/8
Pre-Training Onboarding - Date TBD
Trainings generally run 9am - 4pm, Program days are 8am - 4pm
Statement of Personal & Organizational Responsibility for Inclusive Excellence
Inclusive Excellence is the recognition that our institution's success is dependent on how well we value, engage, and include the rich diversity of students, staff, faculty, administrators, alums, and surrounding community. It is a mastery of inclusion that fosters a consistent sense of belonging. Inclusive Excellence is aspirational and is the pillar that guides the mission, vision, and function of this unit.
To achieve Inclusive Excellence, our personal and organizational responsibilities are to:
Actively promote a collegial environment and consciously apply our mission and values to create a culture of inclusion and belonging; a safe space where all may thrive and succeed.
Participate in educational and developmental activities to increase awareness and competencies of issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; apply that understanding to guide your approach to all aspects of your job and the community as a whole.
Demonstrate that we are Stronger Together as described in the Office for Inclusive Excellence statements
Application Instructions:
Please apply online, faxes and emails will not be accepted. A cover letter is appreciated.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.

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