Flex, Extended Day & Summer Studio Teacher

The Langley School, a PS-8 independent school in McLean, Virginia, is currently seeking a flex/extended day & Summer Studio teacher.

Grounded in a deep respect for childhood, The Langley School offers a warm, welcoming community and an exceptional academic program that uniquely combines inquiry-based learning and social-emotional learning for students in preschool through eighth grade. Since 1942, Langley has shaped curious, confident, resilient leaders, thinkers, and creators who are prepared to thrive in the nation’s top high schools and beyond. Langley attracts and retains talented faculty and staff who support the whole child, are excited to be leaders in teaching and learning, and enjoy working in a diverse, highly collaborative setting. Teachers and staff at Langley are committed to the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical growth of each student and foster a nurturing, engaging learning environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

The Flex, Extended Day & Summer Studio Teacher works in three distinct areas at Langley. As a Flex Teacher during the school year, they help execute daily lesson activities in our in-house substitute teacher system. In Extended Day, which is also during the school year, they work as a member of a collaborative team to provide supervision and activities for students who stay past the end of the school day. In Summer Studio, which takes place in June and July, they provide support, supervision, and instruction in our early childhood summer camp program. This is an 11-month full-time position that includes a competitive starting salary, paid time off, and other generous benefits.

Essential functions, duties, and responsibilities:

• Covers classes for grades PS-8, delivers the curriculum and executes the lesson plan as directed by the teacher (Flex).
• Plans and executes after school programming from the hours of 3:00pm - 6:00pm (Extended Day).
• Maintains optimal physical Extended Day classroom spaces in accordance with licensing requirements.
• Provides teaching and programming support in Summer Studio.
• Supports the school’s Mission, Core Values, and Commitment to Belonging in all areas of their work.
• Ensures appropriate management of students in classroom, Extended Day and Summer Studio environments.
• Interacts in a positive, helpful manner with all school constituencies including employees, senior administration, students, and parents.

Qualifications/requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Teaching experience required.
• Proven classroom management skills required.
• Elementary / Secondary school experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

To Apply:

Please send a cover letter and resume to LaToya Needham, Director of DEIB & After School Programs, at lneedham@langleyschool.org. Please write “Flex, Extended Day & Summer Studio Teacher” in the subject line.

No phone calls, please.

The Langley School believes that a diverse school community promotes learning and growth, preparing students for responsible and compassionate global citizenship. The school administers all programs and policies without discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected status.The Langley School is an EEO employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person