Employment

North Cedar Academy is seeking a full time Mathematics Teacher for the 2019-2020 school year.

Description:

• Course(s) responsible for teaching include but are not limited to: Algebra, Geometry, Precalculus, AP Calculus
• To create an educational program and classroom environment resulting in high levels of learning and the personal growth of each student.
• To establish effective relationships with students;
• To motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge necessary for lifelong learning;
• To establish positive and constructive relationships with parents and colleagues.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team in planning instruction and delivery of curriculum.
• Applicant possessing well developed knowledge, skills and experience integrating educational technology in the classroom preferred.
• Experience with Advance Placement classes is preferred but not required

Co-Curricular and Coaching Opportunities:

A variety of coaching and co-curricular opportunities are available. Candidates with interest and/or experience are highly encouraged to apply.

Bachelor’s Degree Required

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Teaching Mathematics: 1 year (Required)
• Classroom: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

License:

• Secondary Teaching (Preferred)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Benefits offered:

• Dental insurance
• Other types of insurance
• Retirement benefits or accounts
• Others
• Paid time off

English Teacher

The position of English Instructor at North Cedar requires an individual with a unique interpersonal skill set as well as a solid background in English language and literature.

As an English Instructor you will teach two core classes, a public speaking class, an academic writing class, and an elective that is decided upon by the Academic Dean and yourself. You will need to be able to ensure students have a solid foundation in English grammar, mechanics, and vocabulary. You will need to provide instruction in rhetoric, oral presentation, audience, and varying approaches to argument. You will use organizational diagrams to help students create arguments, categorize facts, organize ideas, and present logical essays and reports.

Your students will come from a wide array of countries and will bring with them different learner backgrounds in English. Although not an ESL course, you will be expected to weigh each student’s background with what is being asked of in class and either provide more structure or more of a challenge when they are asked to complete assignments in and out of class.

You will be expected to be an active member of the faculty team, ready to help other teachers, and set aside time to focus on students who need more instruction or motivation. You will have interpersonal skills that will allow you to work well with students. Students will find you approachable and knowledgeable.

You will enjoy participating in activities outside of class and helping students with interdisciplinary and non-English projects. You will be a collaborative learner, educator, and faculty member. You will invest yourself in our students, our staff, and our school.
You will represent North Cedar Academy and all its stakeholders positively and professionally.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prefer Wisconsin DPI license commensurate with the specific teaching assignment.
• Prefer experience as a teacher at the level and in the area of assignment.
• Prefer experience working with diverse learners, but not required.
• Prefer BA or MA in English, Education, or Linguistics.
• Candidates who are proficient in the use of technology and interested in extracurricular and coaching positions are valued.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

License:

• WI Teaching (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Benefits offered:

• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• Other types of insurance
• Retirement benefits or accounts
• Others

Resident Assistant (RA)

General Function

The Resident Assistant (RA) facilitates the social, emotional, academic, and personal adjustment of high school students in a private boarding school environment. The RA develops a sense of community among students and staff to enhance the quality of life in the dorm. The RA provides after-school academic support and organizes activities and is attentive to the safety and security of the students while fostering independence. The RA enforces the rules and policies of Residence Life. The RA provides regular feedback to parents, faculty, and administration on student behavior. RAs are expected to reside on campus in the dorm when on duty and will have access to free meals when school is in session as well as free WIFI and use of laundry facilities.

Position Requirements

• US Citizenship or valid US work visa
• Successful completion of a criminal background check (including the Federal Registry for Sexual Offenders)
• Valid US driver’s license and clean driving record
• Be 21 years of age or older in order to drive school vehicles
• must be physically able to climb stairs and help students perform light household cleaning duties
• Minimum Associates Degree required, Bachelors degree preferred
• experience with teenagers preferred
• CPR and First Aid certification (will provide training)
• late afternoon, night, and weekend hours required on a rotating basis – some daytime hours required as well
• This is a live-in, 9.5 month (end of August to early June), position with opportunities to work during summer camp

Personal Requirements:

• Must have a passion to creatively support and assist teenagers with homework and engage them in a wide range of after-school activities
• Must possess the ability to exercise authority and maintain discipline with compassion and consistency in a dormitory living situation
• Must possess maturity, leadership, strong communication and decision making skills, a collaborative nature, enthusiasm, patience, flexibility, a desire to help students of different cultures succeed, and a sense of humor
• Must have conflict management skills and the ability to help teenagers cope with difficult situations
• Must possess excellent organizational, record keeping, and time management skills (punctuality)
• Must possess a positive attitude that embraces the school mission along with the policies and procedures North Cedar Academy
• Exercise good use of personal judgment to protect his/her credibility in the eyes of others which is critical to his/her ability to perform the job
• Must promote a culture of respect, mutual support, accountability, tolerance, service, compassion, and social and academic excellence
• Maintain open communication with other Resident Assistants and the Director of Resident Life
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills in order to communicate with students, parents, teachers, administrators, and other resident assistants.

Dorm Requirements:

Ensure the safety and well-being of students in a dormitory setting

• Knowledge of fire alarm system and fire drill procedures (will train)
• Meet with students who are experiencing issues (roommate conflicts, personal issues, etc.) and refer them to the Director of Resident Life for assistance as necessary
• Follow proper recording procedures for medication required by students
• Report and record all conduct and injury incidents
• report all medical issues to nurse and facilitate any prescribed treatment
• Check all packages received by students and report any banned substances
• Report any suspected sleep or eating disorders/issues
• Handle all conduct issues with proper patience and follow up
• Set an example of cleanliness and encourage/enforce standards throughout the dorm
• Enforce all rules and procedures of the resident life program
• Communicate any safety issues in the dorm (student or facility) with the Head Resident Assistant and Director of Resident Life
• Prepare dorm rooms for the arrival of new students
• Maintain accurate records of attendance while chaperoning field trips
• Assist with the orientation of student resident assistants at the beginning of the school year
• Keep all student records (phone, address, room #s, medical) up-to-date
• Assign and mentor students on dorm chores and duties to maintain dorm cleanliness

Facilitate the creation of a strong resident life community

• Create and facilitate evening and weekend activities suited for students’ interests, including sports and special outings that promotes cultural integration
• Attend all meals with students when on duty
• Chaperone special activities (dances, cultural events, sporting events)
• Drive students to appointments, activities, special outings, community service
• Bring students from different cultures together to strengthen diversity
• Encourage students to try new experiences
• Help to prepare some meals when necessary and serve other meals when required
• Update bulletin boards and announcement boards
• Attend weekly staff and dorm meetings
• Tutor students and assist with homework; maintaining an environment conductive to studying while promoting proper study habits
• Continue communication with teachers to follow up on student progress
• Communicate frequently with parents to pass along student dorm life updates and photos
• Mentor the student resident assistants to build leadership skills

Extra Duties As Assigned (depends on skills and abilities)

• RAs will sometimes be asked to assist with special activities during day hours or when otherwise not scheduled to be on duty
• RAs may be asked to do some driving during the day
• RAs, depending on qualifications, may be asked to substitute for an absent teacher during the school day from time to time.
• RAs may also sponsor a club, coach a sport, or teach a class if qualified for a separate stipend

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $25,000.00 to $30,000.00 /year

Experience:

• Leadership: 1 year (Preferred)
• Clean Driving Record: 5 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Associate (Required)

License:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Benefits offered:

• Paid time off
• Workplace perks such as food/coffee and flexible work schedules
• Others
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Other types of insurance
• Retirement benefits or accounts

Pay Frequency:

• Bi weekly or Twice monthly