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St. Michael’s Country Day School is a secular, independent Preschool (age 3) to 8th grade day school in Newport, RI. St. Michael’s Country Day School provides a dynamic curriculum that is built on excellence and inspires students to:

Learn with confidence • Lead with character • Achieve lasting success

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Assistant Teacher – Early Childhood

St. Michael’s Country Day School is an independent day school in Newport, RI serving students in preschool through grade eight. The school has opened a search for an Associate Teacher in our Early Childhood Program. Candidates must have an excellent understanding of the developmental needs of 2 to 5-year olds and demonstrate a passion for working with this age level. Candidates should ideally have a degree in Early Childhood Education and experience working with this age group.

The person hired for this position will be expected to:

  • Implement activities that nurture and develop the physical, emotional, intellectual and social skills of young children
  • Demonstrate the ability to observe children to assess their developmental level, interests and needs and use this information to facilitate learning and growth
  • Exhibit kindness, respect and compassion in all interactions with children, parents and colleagues
  • Communicate knowledgeably and effectively with parents, colleagues and students
  • Collaborate well with Lead Teacher

Qualified candidates should email resume/supporting documents to Walter Landberg, Head of School here.

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Assistant Teacher – Primary Grades

St. Michael’s Country Day School is an independent day school in Newport, RI serving students in preschool through grade eight. The school has opened a search for an Associate Teacher in our Primary grades (Grades 1 – 4). Experience working in Elementary Education is desirable.

Expectations include:

  • Implement lessons in all area of the grade-level curriculum
  • Knowledge of Singapore Math, Guided Reading and Responsive Classrooms is desirable
  • Demonstrated ability to use technology to enhance student learning
  • Exhibit kindness, respect and compassion in all interactions with students, parents and colleagues
  • Have a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Collaborate well with Lead Teacher

Qualified candidates should email resume/supporting documents to Walter Landberg, Head of School here.

St. Michael’s values and supports reflective teaching practices, on-going professional development and teachers who see themselves as lifelong learners.

St. Michael’s is an equal opportunity employer and as such does not discriminate against an individual in regard to race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.

Lead Teacher – Kindergarten

Desired Qualifications: Candidates must have a passion for working with, and an understanding of, the social, emotional, and intellectual development of this age group. The ability to work collaboratively with a team teacher to design and implement curriculum, differentiate instruction to meet the needs of a wide range of students, and communicate effectively with parents and colleagues is expected.  Knowledge of Singapore math and Responsive Classroom practices, and Writer’s Workshop is desirable.  Strong interpersonal, organizational, and management skills are essential to the role, as is a willingness to participate fully in the community beyond the classroom.  A bachelor’s degree is required.  At least two years of successful teaching experience preferred.

 

To Apply: Submit the following to Walter Landberg, Head of School at here.

  • Cover letter explaining interests and qualifications
  • Resume
  • Three references including names, email addresses, and phone numbers
  • At least one letter of recommendation

Fine Arts Teacher (Part Time)

The Opportunity: SMCDS seeks a Fine Arts Teacher for the 2023-24 school year.  This is a part time position (hours TBD) and will serve students throughout the school.

 

Desired Qualifications: The ideal candidate is one who puts an emphasis on project-based learning through a collaborative, inquiry-based approach. Content expertise, knowledge in differentiated instruction and assessment, willingness and ability to collaborate and implement innovative pedagogical initiatives, including technology, that focus on a student-first, hands-on, experiential learning is desired. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and management skills are essential to the role, as is a willingness to participate fully in the community beyond the classroom.  Individuals must embrace a positive, can-do attitude.  A bachelor’s degree is required.

 

To Apply: Submit the following to Walter Landberg, Head of School here.

  • cover letter explaining interests and qualifications
  • resume
  • at least three references including names, email addresses, and phone numbers
  • one letter of recommendation may be included

Learning Specialist Position for the 2023-24 School Year

The Opportunity/Key Responsibilities: The Middle School Learning Specialist (LS) position is a full time, co-teaching position spanning two grade levels. The LS will work collaboratively with general education teachers in the classroom to plan and execute lessons, making modifications and accommodations to allow all students to access the St. Michael’s curriculum. The Learning Specialist will work closely with the Dean of Students, consulting Occupational Therapist, consulting counselor, and other LS on staff. The Learning Specialist will help to implement student support services, serving as a resource for students and teachers and providing direct service to students, both individually and in groups, as well as providing services to students during a resource block once per week. They will foster self-advocacy, support academic challenges and executive functioning, and work with students on the development of reading, written expression, and mathematics. They should possess knowledge about a range of learning disabilities, social-emotional well-being, test anxiety, and general executive functioning challenges and their impact. Know how to plan and implement individualized lessons to target direct skills and deficits for students with learning challenges. Ability to create individualized learning plans based on student evaluations. The LS should also be comfortable providing family education and serving as a resource for families. Capacity to relate to, establish rapport with, and motivate students to succeed, self-advocate, and take advantage of resources and support. Additional responsibilities, as assigned.

 

Desired Qualifications: Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject area, with a preference for a master’s degree in special education, and school teaching experience. Familiarity working in a co-taught setting is desirable.

 

To Apply: Submit the following to Walter Landberg, Head of School here.

  • cover letter explaining interests and qualifications
  • resume
  • three references including names, email addresses, and phone numbers

Lower School (PS-4) Science Teacher

The Opportunity: SMCDS seeks a hands-on and project based oriented science teacher.  This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about science and working with young children.  The SMCDS campus boasts a beautiful location with ample resources.  This is a full time, school year position and begins in the fall of 2023.

 

Desired Qualifications: The ideal candidate is one who puts an emphasis on project-based learning through a collaborative, inquiry-based approach. Content expertise, knowledge in differentiated instruction and assessment, willingness and ability to collaborate and implement innovative pedagogical initiatives, including technology, that focus on a student-first, hands-on, experiential learning is desired. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and management skills are essential to the role, as is a willingness to participate fully in the community beyond the classroom.  Individuals must embrace a positive, can-do attitude.  A bachelor’s degree is required.

 

To Apply: Submit the following to Walter Landberg, Head of School here.

  • cover letter explaining interests and qualifications
  • resume
  • at least three references including names, email addresses, and phone numbers
  • one letter of recommendation may be included

Middle School Teaching Positions for the 2023-24 School Year

The Opportunity: Lead and manage all aspects of teaching either Math, English, History or Science at the middle school (5-8)  level.  Key responsibilities include the development of curriculum, classroom management policies, student assessment and all parent communication.

 

Desired Qualifications: The ideal candidate is one who puts an emphasis on project-based learning through a collaborative, inquiry-based approach. Content expertise, knowledge in differentiated instruction and assessment, willingness and ability to collaborate and implement innovative pedagogical initiatives, including technology, that focus on a student-first, hands-on, experiential learning is desired. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and management skills are essential to the role, as is a willingness to participate fully in the community beyond the classroom.  Individuals must embrace a positive, can-do attitude.  A bachelor’s degree is required.

 

To Apply: Submit the following to Walter Landberg, Head of School here.

  • cover letter explaining interests and qualifications
  • resume
  • at least three references including names, email addresses, and phone numbers
  • one letter of recommendation may be included

Spanish Teacher

The Opportunity: SMCDS seeks a Spanish Teacher for the 2023-24 school year.  This is a full time position and depending on candidates, will serve either grades Toddler through 4 or 5-8.

 

Desired Qualifications: The ideal candidate is one who puts an emphasis on project-based learning through a collaborative, inquiry-based approach. Content expertise, knowledge in differentiated instruction and assessment, willingness and ability to collaborate and implement innovative pedagogical initiatives, including technology, that focus on a student-first, hands-on, experiential learning is desired. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and management skills are essential to the role, as is a willingness to participate fully in the community beyond the classroom.  Individuals must embrace a positive, can-do attitude.  A bachelor’s degree is required.

 

To Apply: Submit the following to Walter Landberg, Head of School here.

  • cover letter explaining interests and qualifications
  • resume
  • at least three references including names, email addresses, and phone numbers
  • one letter of recommendation may be included

Other openings for school year 2022/23

In anticipation of increased enrollment, the school is currently seeking candidates for the following positions for the 2022-23 school year. If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume here.

Substitute Teachers (All Grades)

Extended School Day Aide (All grades)

3-5 PM with a flexible schedule

Theatre at St. Michael’s Camp (TASM)

Theatre at St. Michael’s Camp is the performing arts summer program based at St. Michael’s School in Newport RI. Since its first summer in 2001, TASM has been offering a variety of theatrical sessions for young thespians. This summer, TASM runs 5 weeks, from June 26 – July 29, with 2 major theatrical performances – a Shakespearean play (2023’s offering is A Midsummer Night’s Dream) and an original musical. Each of those productions has a 2-week rehearsal process (the musical has an additional week to create the script, music and design), and concurrently a 2-week rehearsal/tech/run process. There are generally 6-8 campers who register to do tech in addition to the 25 campers who register to act, all ranging in age from 9-16 years old. TASM faculty includes a production team of director, choreographer, and assistant or musical director for each show, as well as a tech director for the full summer season, and number of camp counselors who help out with all aspects of the productions. To get a feel of what we have done in past years, please browse through the TASM website and photo or video gallery.

Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and list of references to Christina Johnston, TASM Camp Director.

Tech Director

For summer 2023, TASM is accepting applications for a Tech Director to design & implement set, lights & sound, and help with costumes & props, for 2 shows through the Theatre at St. Michael’s summer camp program. In addition, the TD would be working with the campers signed up as techies (ages 9 – 16 ) to help them learn & do the tech work. The position of TD would support the camp productions by designing (or mentoring campers to design) the sets & lighting for each session, leading a team of campers and counselors to implement those designs for performances, and helping to run the shows. In addition, the TD should be ready to support the costuming needs and sound system (though costume and sound design can generally be headed up by another member of the production team). The camp day runs Monday-Friday, from 9:00 – 4:00, but of course faculty and staff often work beyond those hours to ensure that all is ready for the production. Performances are held on Friday and Saturday nights, July 14 & 15, and July 28 & 29, with a full summer camp strike day on Monday July 31.

Choreographer

We also need a choreographer for our three-week Musical production (June 27 – July 15) in which campers create an original show. During the first week, campers write the script, help to compose songs and design the set for a full-scale Broadway-style musical. In the second and third weeks, campers learn, rehearse and eventually perform their show on Friday night July 15 and Saturday night July 16. The choreographer position is half-day for those 3 weeks, starting with some basic movement/ dance classes, and leading into teaching choreography (as the songs get written and the show is cast) and then into rehearsal and production.

Camp Counselor

TASM Camp counselors help out with all aspects of the camp and productions, from helping with rehearsals or set construction to managing camp activities, supervising campers during their down time. Counselors are responsible for helping campers achieve their theatrical goals while having a blast in the process!

The School: Founded in 1938, SMCDS is an independent day school of 250 students serving children from toddler through grade eight, with class sizes ranging from 10-16 students (T-4). The school emphasizes strong academics and features a comprehensive arts program, along with specialists in science, physical education and foreign language study.  The school’s mission is to develop courageous learners and caring citizens who are world ready.

The Location: The school’s well-appointed 7-acre campus overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and is situated in historic Newport, Rhode Island, minutes from some of the most impressive beaches and coastal landscapes that New England has to offer. Newport and the beaches of Aquidneck Island are destination locations and teachers have the opportunity to integrate the geographic and cultural surroundings into their curricular programming. There are numerous universities and colleges close by, including, Salve Regina, University of Rhode Island, Brown, Rhode Island School of Design, Providence College and Roger Williams, adding to the cultural and intellectual climate of the area. Providence is a short drive (35 minutes), Boston is a bit more (1 hour and 30 minutes) and New York City (4 hours) is close enough for a weekend trip. This is a highly desirable place to live and work.

St. Michael’s Country Day School has an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity.  In that spirit, the School believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. 

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