Careers at KAS

"The teachers, administrators, and staff are smart, energetic, kind, forward-thinking, and devoted to the care and education of their students."

Rob D.

Kentucky Avenue School, a K-8 independent school in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh, announces a search for a middle school math teacher for the rest of the 22-23 school year with a possibility of continuing to the 2023-2024 school year.

Kentucky Avenue seeks to hire a creative, innovative and experienced educator with a commitment to experiential learning. KAS values the integration of social and emotional learning with academics, and is dedicated to providing highly differentiated curriculum in a warm, inclusive school climate. Additionally, Kentucky Avenue School embraces Maker-Centered Learning and the Responsive Classroom approach.

Responsibilities:
● Teach mathematics 5th-8th graders in a multi-age setting
● Create and deliver curriculum aligned with the school’s mission
● Communicate and collaborate successfully with other faculty and staff members
● Communicate regularly and effectively with parents
● Continue to grow as a professional through professional development and continuing
study
● Collaborate with other middle school teachers to provide the best possible experience
and outcomes for our students
● Support the school with other duties as needed

Requirements:
● Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field
● PA Secondary Math Certification(s) or Private Academic Certification
● Experience teaching middle school students
● An educational philosophy that aligns with that of our school
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills over multiple platforms
● PA Act 151, Act 34 and Criminal History Record Clearances

Preferred Qualities:
● Responsive Classroom experience
● An enthusiasm for learning and an open-minded, creative outlook
● Experience in teaching inquiry-based STEM/STEAM
● Experience with cross-curricular, project based learning
● Experience with differentiated instruction
● Experience with and passion for Maker-Centered education, Social Constructivism and
related educational theories/practices

Please send resume, cover letter and two letters of recommendation to: Ellen McConnell Sanderson, Head of School.

Ellen McConnell Sanderson, ellen@kentuckyavenueschool.org

Kentucky Avenue School

Kentucky Avenue School Part-Time After School Director

Job Description
Kentucky Avenue School, a K-8 independent school in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh, announces a search for part-time after school director
for the remainder of the 22-23 school year. Kentucky Avenue seeks to hire a creative, innovative and experienced educator with a commitment to experiential learning. KAS values the integration of social and emotional learning with academics, and is dedicated to providing highly differentiated curriculum in a warm, inclusive school climate. Additionally, Kentucky Avenue School embraces Maker-Centered Learning and the Responsive Classroom approach.

Responsibilities:
● Oversee afterschool programs for 10-15 students
● Create programming in the form of clubs to appeal to children’s interests
● Provide a fun environment for students to enjoy after school hours
● Oversee attendance and dismissal of students
● Communicate with families about offering

Requirements:
● Experience with children in an educational or camp setting
● An educational philosophy that aligns with that of our school
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills over multiple platforms
● PA Act 151, Act 34 and FBI Criminal History Record Clearances

Preferred Qualities:
● Bachelor’s degree
● Responsive Classroom experience
● An enthusiasm for learning and an open-minded, creative outlook

Please send resume, cover letter and two letters of recommendation to: Ellen McConnell Sanderson, Head of School.

Ellen McConnell Sanderson, ellen@kentuckyavenueschool.org

Kentucky Avenue School

Kentucky Avenue School, a K-8 independent school in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh, announces a search for a middle school MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH AND SCIENCE full time teacher.

Responsibilities:

* Teach science and mathematics 5th-8th graders in a multi-age setting

* Deliver inquiry-based STEM/STEAM instruction

* Create and deliver curriculum aligned with the school’s mission

* Communicate and collaborate successfully with other faculty and staff members

* Communicate regularly and effectively with parents

* Continue to grow as a professional through professional development and continuing study

* Collaborate with other middle school teachers to provide the best possible experience and outcomes for our students

* Support the school with other duties as needed

Requirements:

* Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field

* PA Secondary Science/Math Certification(s) or Private Academic Certification

* Experience teaching middle school students

* An educational philosophy that aligns with that of our school

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills over multiple platforms

* PA Act 151, Act 34 and Criminal History Record Clearances

Preferred Qualities:

* Responsive Classroom experience

* An enthusiasm for learning and an open-minded, creative outlook

* Experience in teaching inquiry-based STEM/STEAM

* Experience with cross-curricular, project based learning

* Experience with differentiated instruction

* Experience with and passion for Maker-Centered education, Social Constructivism and related educational theories/practices

Please send resume, cover letter and two letters of recommendation to:

Ellen McConnell Sanderson, ellen@kentuckyavenueschool.org

Kentucky Avenue School

Kentucky Avenue School

Kentucky Avenue School

Substitute Teacher

Job Description

Kentucky Avenue School, a K-8 independent school in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh, announces a search for a K-5 part-time substitute teacher for the 2021-22 school year. Kentucky Avenue seeks to hire a creative, innovative and experienced educator with a commitment to experiential learning. KAS values the integration of social and emotional learning with academics, and is dedicated to providing highly differentiated curriculum in a warm, inclusive school climate. Additionally, Kentucky Avenue School embraces Maker-Centered Learning and the Responsive Classroom approach.

Responsibilities will include:

• Teaching all subjects to a group of children

• Working as a part of a team; extra duties include recess, lunch and carpool duties

• Being an integral part of a caring community of learners

A successful candidate will have:

• A depth of knowledge and understanding of young children

• A passion for working with young children

• A knowledge of guided reading and teaching Singapore Math

• Sensitivity to diverse communities of learners and an appreciation of developmental

differences in an elementary school setting

• A knowledge of 21st Century Skills and how they relate to classroom teaching

A bachelor’s degree is required and a master’s degree in elementary education is a real plus. Ideal candidates will have some elementary school teaching experience, an understanding of differentiated instruction, a flexible and team-oriented approach, excellent written and oral communication skills, exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, superior interpersonal skills, and a sense of humor.

Lunch is included on Mondays and Wednesdays when school is in session.

Please send resume, cover letter and two letters of recommendation to:

Ellen McConnell Sanderson, Head of School

Kentucky Avenue School

ellen@kentuckyavenueschool.org