Located in Darnestown, MD, Seneca Academy is a preschool through fifth grade International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB PYP) World School. In elementary school, our self-contained classes average 10-14 students and some grade levels have an associate teacher to support the lead teachers. Our preschool classes average 12-16 students; all classes have an associate teacher to support the lead teachers.
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Seneca Academy has the following open employment opportunities as of February 20, 2024 (click to expand):
Spanish Teacher
Seneca Academy, a dynamic, tight-knit, caring school community, is seeking a creative, energetic part-time (20 hours/week) Elementary Spanish Teacher to join a team of dedicated educators. At Seneca Academy, faculty develop lasting, supportive relationships with students and their families. Our inquiry-based curriculum leads children to think deeply, communicate effectively, and interact positively. Teachers with the ability to actively engage students in the learning process, provide creative, challenging and integrated curricula, manage behavior in a nurturing and affirming manner, plan collaboratively, and teach using multi-modal methods will find Seneca a great fit. A willingness to work collaboratively with administration and classroom teachers is essential. Candidates with inquiry-based, transdisciplinary, and/or IB PYP teaching experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Salary is commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Dr. Michelle Parker, Head of School, at mparker@senecaacademy.org.
Elementary Teacher
Seneca Academy, a dynamic, tight-knit, caring school community, is seeking a creative, energetic Elementary Teacher to join a team of dedicated educators. At Seneca Academy, faculty develop lasting, supportive relationships with students and their families. Our inquiry-based curriculum leads children to think deeply, communicate effectively, and interact positively. Teachers with the ability to actively engage students in the learning process, provide creative, challenging and integrated curricula, manage behavior in a nurturing and affirming manner, plan collaboratively, and teach using multimodal methods will find Seneca a great fit. Candidates with inquiry-based, transdisciplinary, and/or IB PYP teaching experience are preferred and strongly encouraged to apply. At least one full year of independent classroom teaching is required. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Dr. Michelle Parker, Head of School, at mparker@senecaacademy.org.
Substitute Teachers
Seneca Academy, a dynamic, tight-knit, caring school community, is seeking creative, energetic Substitute Teachers to join a team of dedicated educators. At Seneca Academy, faculty develop lasting, supportive relationships with students and their families. Our inquiry-based curriculum leads children to think deeply, communicate effectively, and interact positively. Teachers with the ability to actively engage students in the learning process, provide creative, challenging and integrated curricula, manage behavior in a nurturing and affirming manner, plan collaboratively, and teach using multimodal methods will find Seneca a great fit. Candidates with inquiry-based, transdisciplinary, and/or IB PYP teaching experience are preferred and strongly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Dr. Michelle Parker, Head of School, at mparker@senecaacademy.org.
Seneca Academy is a not-for-profit entity and an Equal Opportunity Employer.