JOIN OUR INNOVATIVE COMMUNITY OF LEARNING AND TEACHING
Bloom Community School is an independent, non-profit, private school dedicated to progressive education located in Normal, Illinois. We serve students K-8 in mixed-age classrooms using inquiry-based, student-centered learning approaches. Key to our teaching philosophy and everyday practice include a low teacher-student ratio, supporting and promoting positive social and emotional development, outdoor discovery, and community-based learning. Our accessible facilities are housed at the historic Normandy Village campus and are surrounded on all sides by public playing fields, playgrounds, and a food forest. The school is located two blocks from public transportation routes.
We are currently seeking an educator to join our team for the upcoming school year (2022-2023) and beyond. The position involves teaching a mixed-age (3rd-5th) classroom with a very favorable student to teacher ratio. Team-teaching opportunities and teacher-mentoring in progressive education approaches will be provided.
Bloom Community School is strongly committed to fostering a diverse community of teachers and students. We seek candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusivity. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.
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Responsibilities
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Plan, teach, and co-teach 3rd-5th grade using inquiry-based and project-based approaches.
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Support student social and emotional development, including guiding groups through restorative justice circles, facilitating student-driven conflict resolution, and promoting mindfulness.
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Develop innovative and creative lesson plans, including plans that involve outdoor learning and community-based learning.
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Establish and maintain an inclusive classroom environment.
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Develop and distribute weekly newsletter demonstrating class activities.
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Work with community partners to develop out-of-classroom educational programming.
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Coordinate with the teaching team and administrative staff on student needs, wellness, and curriculum.
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Develop and communicate holistic student assessments with a focus on documenting and promoting student development throughout the school year.
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Assist with coordination of school activities and events.
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Skills & Qualifications
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At least one of the following:
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Teaching certificate or Bachelor's degree in Education.
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Previous full-time employment teaching in progressive education schools.
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Open to learning and exploring new teaching skills and approaches, including:
â—‹ Co-teaching and co-planning with a team.
â—‹ Guiding student groups through restorative justice circles, facilitating student-driven conflict resolution, and promoting mindfulness.
â—‹ Willingness to take teaching risks.
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Ability to work with students with a wide range of academic and social/emotional needs.
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Clear communicator. Must have strong communication and writing skills.
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Must be willing to participate in school governance.
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Out-of-state or out-of-country applicants are accepted.
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COVID-19 vaccination required.
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Starting Salary
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Salary meets or exceeds local private-school compensation standards.
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Benefits of Teaching Environment
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Small class sizes.
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Holistic approach to education and assessment for every child. No standardized testing.
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Strong focus on teach-autonomy at every level. For example, teacher-driven approaches
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to curriculum, teacher assessment, student evaluations, and daily scheduling.
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Tuition waiver for children of full-time employees.
How to Apply
Submit your resume to jobs@bloomcommunityschool.org
Start Date
8/1/2022
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Bloom Community School is committed to attracting staff of varied backgrounds and to developing inclusive classroom communities that draw strength from a positive recognition of diversity. We value diversity in our community with regard to gender, race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, and ability.