Work at McGillis

 

Position:  2nd grade Learning Center Teacher - Full-time

 

The Learning Center at The McGillis School seeks an experienced and motivated educator who understands the unique learning needs of students with learning differences and desires to create a safe environment to help students discover their potential, embrace their differences, and thrive in and out of school.  The TLC uses structured, sequential, and multi-sensory teaching approaches to help students develop fundamental academic skills in a setting with a target student to teacher ratio of 4:1.  The TLC homeroom teacher is expected to teach the core academic content using a wide range of instructional strategies and help students use a variety of tools and resources to find academic success. 

 

Applicants need to have the desire and drive to work in a team approach setting to research and design program together, engage in professional development, and collaborate with the Learning Support team to build a highly successful program for students with language based learning differences.  Applicants must have a degree in education.  Training in Orton-Gillingham based models is preferred but not required. 

 

Our program is growing and we are seeking a 2nd grade teacher.  Our program is based on a looping model so teachers will be expected to loop up a grade the following year.

 

The McGillis School is built on the premise that diversity, equity, and inclusion matter. We believe a diverse, inclusive community is essential to a rich educational experience, and we support each person in our community to reach their full potential. This support especially extends to our teaching faculty. We offer competitive pay and benefits and have a strong commitment for supporting the professional development of our employees. We encourage applicants who feel McGillis’s values resonate strongly with them to apply.

 

To apply email Mary Kimball, careers@mcgillisschool.org. Please send  a resume, references, and a letter of interest describing why you feel your skills, training, and experiences will best serve the students, program and TLC team. 

Position:  5th grade Learning Center Teacher - Full-time

 

The Learning Center at The McGillis School seeks an experienced and motivated educator who understands the unique learning needs of students with learning differences and desires to create a safe environment to help students discover their potential, embrace their differences, and thrive in and out of school.  The TLC uses structured, sequential, and multi-sensory teaching approaches to help students develop fundamental academic skills in a setting with a target student to teacher ratio of 4:1.  The TLC homeroom teacher is expected to teach the core academic content using a wide range of instructional strategies and help students use a variety of tools and resources to find academic success.

 

Applicants need to have the desire and drive to work in a team approach setting to research and design program together, engage in professional development, and collaborate with the Learning Support team to build a highly successful program for students with language based learning differences.  Applicants must have a degree in education.  Training in Orton-Gillingham based models is preferred but not required. 

 

Our program is growing and we are seeking a 5th grade teacher.  Our program is based on a looping model so teachers will be expected to loop up a grade the following year.

 

The McGillis School is built on the premise that diversity, equity, and inclusion matter. We believe a diverse, inclusive community is essential to a rich educational experience, and we support each person in our community to reach their full potential. This support especially extends to our teaching faculty. We offer competitive pay and benefits and have a strong commitment for supporting the professional development of our employees. We encourage applicants who feel McGillis’s values resonate strongly with them to apply.

 

To apply email Mary Kimball, careers@mcgillisschool.org. Please send  a resume, references, and a letter of interest describing why you feel your skills, training, and experiences will best serve the students, program and TLC team. 

The McGillis School, an established, independent K-8 school in Salt Lake City, Utah has an opening for an experienced and innovative Physical Education teacher, beginning August 2021.

 

Ideal candidate will have:

• A commitment to collaborative planning, research, and analysis of best practices of teaching and learning.
• Knowledge of a broad range of sports and activities that excite and engage students.
• Experience developing physical education lessons with energy, enthusiasm, and a strong emphasis on health, wellness, and teamwork.
• A commitment to the physical, social, and emotional needs of students
• A desire to be innovative, creative, and collaborative in their instruction and approach.
• Experience communicating to a broad range of constituents with confidence.
• Effective classroom management skills.
• A bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• Familiarity with culturally competent teaching.

 

Job requirements: 

• Plan & implement a diverse and creative physical education curriculum in grades K-4.
• Build confidence and physical stamina among students with a wide range of ability.
• Incorporate wellness activities and encourage behavior that leads to healthy choices.
• Instill a lifetime love of movement and wellness; provide different opportunities for movement that enhance students’ self-esteem and self-discipline.
• Develop strong relationships with students, families, and other faculty and staff.
• Attend weekly faculty meetings.
• Engage in professional development opportunities, as well as in the professional growth model specific to The McGillis School.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times.
• Participate in co-curricular program opportunities specific to The McGillis School (Family Group, Shabbat, etc.)

 

In tandem with excellent teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to embrace fully and convey effectively the qualities described in McGillis’s Purpose-Mission-Values statement, Diversity statement, and Core Program statement.

 

The McGillis School is built on the premise that diversity, equity, and inclusion matter. We believe a diverse, inclusive community is essential to a rich educational experience, and we support each person in our community to reach their full potential. This support especially extends to our teaching faculty. We offer competitive pay and benefits and have a strong commitment for supporting the professional development of our employees. We encourage applicants who feel McGillis’s values resonate strongly with them to apply.

 

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please submit a resumé, cover letter (which includes a statement of educational philosophy) describing your qualifications and interest, and three letters of reference to careers@mcgillisschool.org or:

 

Laura VanTyne

The McGillis School

668 South 1300 East

Salt Lake City, UT 84102

The McGillis School, an established, independent K-8 school in Salt Lake City, Utah has an opening for a full-time Middle School Physical Education teacher, beginning August 2021.

 

Ideal candidate will have:

• Enthusiasm for work with middle school students in various capacities along with academic teaching.
• Energy, flexibility, and commitment to working with students inside and outside the classroom.
• A commitment to collaborative planning, research, and analysis of best practices of teaching and learning.
• Experience and training with teaching Physical Education.
• A graduate degree in related subject area, teaching or educational studies, or equivalent professional experience is preferred.
• Growth mindset and comfort in taking risks. 
• Familiarity with culturally competent teaching.

 

Job requirements: 

• Plan & implement a diverse and developmentally appropriate physical education curriculum in grades 5-8.
• Communicate effectively with students and families on a regular basis.
• Familiarize oneself with faculty and staff members, as well as the larger school-wide community prior to the opening of the 2021-22 school year.
• Attend weekly faculty meetings.
• Engage in professional development opportunities, as well as in the professional growth model specific to The McGillis School.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times.
• Participate in co-curricular program opportunities specific to The McGillis School (Family Group, Shabbat, Advisory, etc.)

 

In tandem with excellent teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to embrace fully and convey effectively the qualities described in McGillis’s Purpose-Mission-Values statement, Diversity statement, and Core Program statement.

 

The McGillis School is built on the premise that diversity, equity, and inclusion matter. We believe a diverse, inclusive community is essential to a rich educational experience, and we support each person in our community to reach their full potential. This support especially extends to our teaching faculty. We offer competitive pay and benefits and have a strong commitment for supporting the professional development of our employees. We encourage applicants who feel McGillis’s values resonate strongly with them to apply.

 

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please submit a resumé, cover letter (which includes a statement of educational philosophy) describing your qualifications and interest, and three letters of reference to careers@mcgillisschool.org or:

 

Laura VanTyne

The McGillis School

668 South 1300 East

Salt Lake City, UT 84102

The McGillis School, an established, independent K-8 school in Salt Lake City, Utah has an opening for a Humanities teacher in our Integrative Studies program in the Middle School, beginning August of 2021.

 

In addition to a demonstrated capacity for best teaching practices, candidates should be collaborative, flexible, and generative in nature. The role also requires an educator keen to work closely on a progressive interdisciplinary team including science and writing teaching colleagues. A willingness to learn about and create innovative, integrated curricula is essential.

 

Integrative Studies Teacher Responsibilities:

• Develop well-reasoned lesson plans and units in collaboration with colleagues.
• Differentiate instruction within a heterogeneous classroom.
• Manage a positive and structured classroom environment using responsive methods.
• Apply various effective assessment techniques.
• Communicate consistently with parents and colleagues.
• Monitor student safety at all times.
• Attend weekly faculty meetings.
• Engage in professional development opportunities, as well as in the professional growth model specific to The McGillis School.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times.
• Participate in co-curricular program opportunities specific to The McGillis School (Family Group, Shabbat, Advisory, etc.)
• Participate in at least one Class Trip annually.
• Teach an elective class within our Explorations program.
• Serve as a Mentor to a grade-level cohort of 12-14 Middle School students.

 

In tandem with excellent teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to embrace fully and convey effectively the qualities described in McGillis’s Purpose-Mission-Values statement, Diversity statement, and Core Program statement.

 

The McGillis School is built on the premise that diversity, equity, and inclusion matter. We believe a diverse, inclusive community is essential to a rich educational experience, and we support each person in our community to reach their full potential. This support especially extends to our teaching faculty. We offer competitive pay and benefits and have a strong commitment for supporting the professional development of our employees. We encourage applicants who feel McGillis’s values resonate strongly with them to apply.

 

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please submit a resumé, cover letter (which includes a statement of educational philosophy) describing your qualifications and interest, and three letters of reference to careers@mcgillisschool.org or:

 

Laura VanTyne

The McGillis School

668 South 1300 East

Salt Lake City, UT 84102

Middle School Teacher: Spanish

 

The McGillis School, an established, independent K-8 school in Salt Lake City, Utah has an opening for a part-time Middle School Spanish teacher, beginning August 2021. The McGillis School seeks teachers who are eager to be actively involved in a wide range of programs, including the roles of academic advisor, coach, and/or experiential/innovative education instructor, as well as teaching within our Explorations Block.  

 

Ideal candidate will have:

• Enthusiasm for working with middle school students in various capacities outside of academic teaching.
• Energy, flexibility, and commitment to working with students inside and outside the classroom.
• A commitment to collaborative planning, research, and analysis/reflection of best practices of teaching and learning.
• Experience and training with comprehension based teaching strategies, e.g. TPRS and/or a willingness to become proficient with and use comprehensible input methodologies.
• Familiarity with ACTFL language proficiency descriptors and an ability to design instruction and assessments with can-do statements in mind. 
• A strong background and experience teaching students with comprehensible input in Spanish language and Hispanic cultures. 
• A graduate degree in related subject area, teaching or educational studies, or equivalent professional experience is preferred.
• Growth mindset and comfort in taking risks.  
• Familiarity with culturally competent teaching.

 

Job requirements:  

• Use comprehension based methodology.
• Plan and deliver instruction in accordance with program philosophy.
• Instruct Middle School Spanish classes at different levels.
• Communicate effectively with students and families on a regular basis.
• Familiarize oneself with faculty and staff members, as well as the larger school-wide community prior to the opening of the 2021-22 school year.
• Attend weekly faculty meetings.
• Engage in professional development opportunities, as well as in the professional growth model specific to The McGillis School.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times.
• Participate in co-curricular program opportunities specific to The McGillis School (Family Group, Shabbat, Advisory, etc.)

 

In tandem with excellent teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to embrace fully and convey effectively the qualities described in McGillis’s Purpose-Mission-Values statement, Diversity statement, and Core Program statement. 

 

The McGillis School is built on the premise that diversity, equity, and inclusion matter. We believe a diverse, inclusive community is essential to a rich educational experience, and we support each person in our community to reach their full potential. This support especially extends to our teaching faculty. We offer competitive pay and benefits and have a strong commitment for supporting the professional development of our employees. We encourage applicants who feel McGillis’s values resonate strongly with them to apply.

 

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please submit a resumé, cover letter (which includes a statement of educational philosophy) describing your qualifications and interest, and three letters of reference to careers@mcgillisschool.org or:

 

Laura VanTyne

The McGillis School

668 South 1300 East

Salt Lake City, UT 84102

The McGillis School is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic substitute educators to work with students in grades K to 8 on a per diem basis. Certification and 3-5 years teaching experience preferred. The most desirable candidates will also be able to demonstrate proficiency using digital and online platforms for remote instruction as well as proven effectiveness as a classroom teacher in a brick-and-mortar setting.

 

Job Responsibilities will include:

• Willing to be contacted for coverage the morning of placement
• Must be able to work the full school day of 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Support the teacher by implementing the daily curriculum for assigned grade level
• Create and maintain a positive, structured learning environment
• Collaborate with other teachers to ensure a safe environment for all students

 

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to Laura VanTyne at careers@mcgillisschool.org.