Key Responsibilities Instruction & Curriculum
Develop and deploy curriculum aligned with The University School’s academic standards and philosophy.
Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging instruction aligned with school standards for Lower School.
Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs, abilities, and interests of young learners, using a variety of instructional strategies.
Incorporates inquiry-driven and project-based learning experiences that spark creativity and critical thinking.
Classroom Environment
Foster a classroom culture that values curiosity, creativity, resilience, cooperation, and respect.
Demonstrate strong classroom management skills that promote positive relationships and are rooted in empathy and positive reinforcement.
Establish clear expectations that support developmentally appropriate independence, autonomy, and collaboration.
Manage classroom routines and student behavior in a respectful and supportive manner.
Create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming school environment for all students, families, and colleagues.
Assessment & Progress Monitoring
Design and implement authentic assessments to monitor student growth and guide instruction.
Use a combination formative and summative assessments to evaluate student progress.
Communicate regularly with students, families, and colleagues to support student success and classroom transparency.
Maintain accurate records of student work, grades, and progress reports.
Collaboration & Professional Duties
Serve as a role model for children and hold oneself to high standards of professionalism and ethical conduct.
Work closely with faculty and staff to coordinate curriculum, interdisciplinary learning, enrichment activities, and support for student development.
Participate in departmental meetings, professional development, and school-wide initiatives and events.
Communicate regularly and effectively, demonstrating professionalism and respect for confidentiality.
Support the school’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Additional Responsibilities
Supervise students during school hours, including recess, lunch, and dismissal, as assigned.
Participate in extracurricular activities, clubs, or school events when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned to support school operations.
Qualifications
- Required
- Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
- Experience teaching pre-school, elementary, or middle school students, (preferably in a school setting).
- Strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practices for elementary school children.
- Ability to design engaging lessons that incorporate inquiry and critical thinking.
- Excellent communication, organization, and classroom-management skills.
- Ability to effectively integrate social-emotional learning and foundational academic skills and incorporate a variety of instructional strategies.
- Natural curiosity and commitment to continuous professional growth.
- A patient and responsive teaching style attuned to children’s needs, supported by a creative, flexible, and student-centered mindset.
- Preferred
- Master’s degree in education or a related field.
- Valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate (or ability to obtain).
- Experience working in an elementary school environment.
- Experience working in an advanced academic program or highly enriched school program.
- Strong understanding of differentiated instruction.
- Familiarity with project‑based learning, inquiry‑based learning, and interdisciplinary teaching.
The University of Tulsa is a student-centered research university that cultivates interconnected learning experiences to explore complex ideas and create new knowledge in a spirit of free inquiry. Guided by our commitment to service and inclusion, we prepare individuals to make meaningful contributions to our campus, our community, and our world.
The University endeavors to create and nurture an informed and inclusive environment in its workplace and educational programs. Affirmative action and equal employment opportunity are integral parts of the University not just because they are legally mandated, but because we recognize that the present and future strength of the university is based primarily on people and their skills, experience, and potential. The University does not discriminate in access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, ancestry, or marital status. The University seeks to recruit, select, and promote students, faculty, and all other employees on the basis of individual merit.
