Overview

The NEW School is a Christ-centered, project-based, nature-immersed micro-school serving learners from Kindergarten to Grade 8. Our mission is to nurture children academically, spiritually, and emotionally through hands-on learning, outdoor education, small class sizes, and a warm, community-rooted environment.

We follow the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–8, ensuring strong academic standards while maintaining our values of wonder, creativity, stewardship, and Christ-centered purpose.

Position: Half Day Senior Teacher (Grades 5–8)

Subjects:

• Phys. Ed
• Math
• Science
• Design

We are seeking a passionate, grounded, and thoughtful educator who feels called to teach children ages 10-14 during a crucial developmental stage. Someone who can guide students in inquiry, critical thinking, communication, ethical reflection, and biblical worldview integration.

Who We’re Looking For

You are a reflective, engaged teacher who loves working with Grades 5–8. You enjoy facilitating meaningful discussions, real-world projects, social studies explorations, literary analysis, and writing workshops—always through a lens of curiosity, compassion, and Christ-like character.

You thrive in a small-school setting where relationships matter, creativity is encouraged, and outdoor learning enhances every subject.

What Makes This Role Special

• Small class sizes (maximum 12 students for Grades 5–8) - currently class under 6 kids.
• Hands-on project-based learning aligned with IB MYP frameworks
• Daily outdoor connection and nature-infused learning experiences
• Faith-rooted education grounded in Christ-centered values and moral formation

Duties

Academic Teaching & Facilitation

• Teach subjects using the IB MYP framework.

Assessment & Planning

• Develop MYP-aligned unit plans, assessments, and learning experiences.
• Use IB criteria-based assessment and provide ongoing feedback and documentation.
• Support students in goal-setting, reflection, and personal growth.

Student Support & Community

• Mentor students with empathy, understanding, and Christ-like leadership.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, emotionally safe classroom environment.
• Support diverse learners and adapt lessons to meet individual needs.
• Collaborate with team members for cross-subject projects and community initiatives.

Professional & Faith Commitments

• Participate in staff devotions, reflective practice, and collaborative planning.
• Engage in relevant IB training and professional development.
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and commitment to ongoing learning.
• Create engaging, inquiry-based lessons using real-world case studies, primary sources, novels, short texts, and project work.
• Integrate biblical worldview connections naturally and thoughtfully.
• Support students’ reading, writing, communication, and research skills.
• Guide students in interdisciplinary learning between humanities, ethics, faith, and global issues.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to relay clear signals and instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and situational awareness to identify hazards promptly.
• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments while maintaining safety standards.
• Basic knowledge of signaling systems, communication devices, and safety protocols is preferred.
• Physical stamina to remain alert during long shifts and perform necessary tasks effectively.
• Prior experience in transportation, construction, or industrial signaling is a plus but not required. This role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to operational safety and efficiency within our organization. We value attentive individuals committed to maintaining high safety standards in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education (Intermediate/Junior or Junior/Intermediate preferred)
• Experience teaching Grades 5–8
• Familiarity with the IB MYP framework (an asset; training provided)
• Strong background in humanities, history, geography, ethics, English, or literacy, math and science instruction
• Ability to integrate Christian values into teaching in a natural, age-appropriate way
• Passion for project-based learning, inquiry, discussion, and creativity
• Comfort facilitating outdoor and experiential learning
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience in small or alternative learning environments is a plus