Chandler School is an independent K-8 school located in Pasadena, CA, with an enrollment of 450. Founded in 1950, Chandler School abides by its mission to provide each student with the highest quality and most academically challenging education in a nurturing, balanced and diverse environment.

We strive to have our students gain a love of learning, a means of thinking independently and an ability to work collaboratively. A Chandler education seeks to develop good character, self-reliance and a commitment to community in students as a foundation for academic and personal success.

We take pride in our thriving community with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. We learn and grow from one another and respect each others’ creativity and knowledge to promote a nurturing and healthy workplace.

Purpose/Summary:

Middle School English teachers are members of a three-member Middle School English department faculty teaching grades 6-8. The faculty member will be expected to fulfill the mission of Chandler School by planning, organizing, and implementing an appropriate program that challenges and encourages each student in a nurturing, balanced, and diverse environment. Core responsibilities include teaching four sections of English, electives, physical education, counseling a group of advisees, and participating in the outdoor education program. Other tasks and responsibilities are outlined below. Coaching opportunities are available.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that are well-organized, clear in expectations, and flexible.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
• Create a classroom environment that allows for active learning, student participation, and critical thinking
• Identify and select a variety of instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs
• Use current, relevant technology to enhance instruction and assessment
• Observe and evaluate students’ performance and development
• Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, and assignments
• Provide appropriate and timely feedback on student’s progress and communicate regularly with parents and colleagues
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
• Prepare required reports on students and activities
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures consistent with Chandler’s Six Pillars of Character and the Chandler Code.
• Perform certain duties including but not limited to student support, counseling students with academic problems, and providing student encouragement
• Participate in department and faculty meetings as well as parent meetings
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs
• Stay current with developments in the subject area, teaching resources, and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities. Participate in professional development activities.
• Fulfill supervisory duties of students outside of the classroom.
• In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, an employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications:

• Fluency in English and strong cultural competency
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, colleagues, and parents
• Ability to work collaboratively together and across grade levels
• Familiar with curriculum design
• Strong classroom management skills that foster a respectful, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Adaptive and capable of integrating educational technology effectively into teaching and activities, including the use of learning management systems
• Willingness to participate in school-wide initiatives, leadership roles, and hold extracurricular activities
• Commitment to Chandler’s mission and values, including diversity, equity, and inclusion, social-emotional learning (SEL), and supporting student well-being

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or related field from an accredited institution
• Minimum of two years of classroom teaching, preferably with middle school students
• Experience with outdoor education programs and advisory roles
• Community engagement experience such as organizing service learning projects
• Experience in a private school setting (preferred but not required)
• Experience partnering with families to support student learning and growth
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Environment & Working Conditions:

• Works in a classroom and school environment with occasional outdoor supervision duties.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally
• Works in an environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• Ability to move around the school campus, including walking, standing, sitting, bending, and reaching for extended periods
• Willingness and ability to supervise children in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, or rain, during outdoor play or field trips
• Moderate noise levels typical of a school environment, including student conversations, classroom activities, and occasional events
• Standard school-day schedule, with occasional evening or weekend work for special events, meetings, or professional development

Application Process

Interested candidates should send a resume to Mateo Reyes at mreyes@chandlerschool.org.

Compensation and Benefits Overview:

Our comprehensive package is designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our employees.

• Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans available to employees and their dependents. Chandler School pays up to 50% of dependent care coverage.
• Retirement Plan: Participation in a 403 (b) plan with employer contributions up to 10% of salary.
• Vacation accrual is available to non-faculty employees. Personal and sick days available to all employees in addition to 15 paid holidays.
• Professional Development: Access to ongoing training opportunities and reimbursement for relevant certifications.
• Wellness & Connectivity Support: Every employee receives a wellness and connectivity stipend.

Chandler School is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are evaluated without consideration of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Visit the Chandler website at www.chandlerschool.org.

About Chandler School

Chandler School is a K-8 Pasadena independent school set on a knoll adjacent to the Rose Bowl and founded in 1950. Chandler School abides by its mission to provide each student with the highest quality and most academically challenging education in a nurturing, balanced and diverse environment. Chandler strives to have its students gain a love of learning, a means of thinking independently and an ability to work collaboratively. A Chandler education seeks to develop good character, self-reliance and a commitment to community in students as a foundation for academic and personal success.Chandler seeks to sustain a diverse community in which the empathy of every member guides our understanding of human differences. The differences that the School seeks to embrace reflect those in our Pasadena community, our nation, and our world.

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