Welcome to Bhaktivedanta Academy - Krishna Sharanam 2021-22

Dear Families:

On behalf of the teachers and staff of Bhaktivedanta Academy, I would like to extend a warm welcome to our new and returning families for the 2021-22 school year. We are honored that you have entrusted your childʼs education with us and are looking forward to the start of school on Monday, August 16.

After a very unique school year we are looking forward to a new year that hopefully will be closer to a “normal” experience for everyone. We continue to be committed to providing the safest and friendliest learning environment possible for all our students and teachers.

As we get closer to the start of school, we will share more specific details on what our health protocols will look like. In the meantime, attached to this email is important information for your review prior to the start of school:

• Krishna Sharanam Class Welcome Letter

• 2021-22 School Calendar

• Student Supply List and Supply List with Links

• Uniform and Dress Code Guide 

• Summer Reading Assignment

There are 2 important events coming up that we hope you will save the dates for:

• New and Returning Family Welcome Meeting and Classroom Orientations (Online) - Friday, Aug 13

• Family Welcome Picnic - Saturday, Aug 14

Please be on the lookout for additional information, event invitations, and forms that will be sent out to you in the coming weeks.

If you have questions about any of the information contained in this packet please call 386-462-2886 or email office@bhaktischool.org. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.

Yours in service,

Visvambhara Dasa
Head of School

Welcome to Bhaktivedanta Academy - Madhurya Bhavan 2021-22

Dear Families:

On behalf of the teachers and staff of Bhaktivedanta Academy, I would like to extend a warm welcome to our new and returning families for the 2021-22 school year. We are honored that you have entrusted your childʼs education with us and are looking forward to the start of school on Monday, August 16.

After a very unique school year we are looking forward to a new year that hopefully will be closer to a “normal” experience for everyone. We continue to be committed to providing the safest and friendliest learning environment possible for all our students and teachers.

As we get closer to the start of school, we will share more specific details on what our health protocols will look like. In the meantime, attached to this email is important information for your review prior to the start of school:

• Madhurya Bhavan Class Welcome Letter

• 2021-22 School Calendar

• Student Supply List and Supply List with Links

• Uniform and Dress Code Guide

There are 2 important events coming up that we hope you will save the dates for:

• New and Returning Family Welcome Meeting and Classroom Orientations (Online) - Friday, Aug 13

• Family Welcome Picnic - Saturday, Aug 14

Please be on the lookout for additional information, event invitations, and forms that will be sent out to you in the coming weeks.

If you have questions about any of the information contained in this packet please call 386-462-2886 or email office@bhaktischool.org. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.

Yours in service,

Visvambhara Dasa
Head of School

Welcome to Bhaktivedanta Academy - Audarya Bhavan 2021-22

Dear Families:

On behalf of the teachers and staff of Bhaktivedanta Academy, I would like to extend a warm welcome to our new and returning families for the 2021-22 school year. We are honored that you have entrusted your childʼs education with us and are looking forward to the start of school on Monday, August 16.

After a very unique school year we are looking forward to a new year that hopefully will be closer to a “normal” experience for everyone. We continue to be committed to providing the safest and friendliest learning environment possible for all our students and teachers.

As we get closer to the start of school, we will share more specific details on what our health protocols will look like. In the meantime, attached to this email is important information for your review prior to the start of school:

• Audarya Bhavan Class Welcome Letter

• 2021-22 School Calendar

• Student Supply List and Supply List with Links

• Uniform and Dress Code Guide

• Supplemental Information

There are 2 important events coming up that we hope you will save the dates for:

• New and Returning Family Welcome Meeting and Classroom Orientations (Online) - Friday, Aug 13

• Family Welcome Picnic - Saturday, Aug 14

Please be on the lookout for additional information, event invitations, and forms that will be sent out to you in the coming weeks.

If you have questions about any of the information contained in this packet please call 386-462-2886 or email office@bhaktischool.org. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.

Yours in service,

Visvambhara Dasa
Head of School

Welcome to Bhaktivedanta Academy - Bhakti Bhavan 2021-22

Dear Families:

On behalf of the teachers and staff of Bhaktivedanta Academy, I would like to extend a warm welcome to our new and returning families for the 2021-22 school year. We are honored that you have entrusted your childʼs education with us and are looking forward to the start of school on Monday, August 16.

After a very unique school year we are looking forward to a new year that hopefully will be closer to a “normal” experience for everyone. We continue to be committed to providing the safest and friendliest learning environment possible for all our students and teachers.

As we get closer to the start of school, we will share more specific details on what our health protocols will look like. In the meantime, attached to this email is important information for your review prior to the start of school:

• Bhakti Bhavan Class Welcome Letter

• 2021-22 School Calendar

• Student Supply List and Supply List with Links

• Uniform and Dress Code Guide

• Phase-In Schedule (new 3 and 4 year old students)

• Student Teacher Visits (new students only)

There are 2 important events coming up that we hope you will save the dates for:

• New and Returning Family Welcome Meeting and Classroom Orientations (Online) - Friday, Aug 13

• Family Welcome Picnic - Saturday, Aug 14

Please be on the lookout for additional information, event invitations, and forms that will be sent out to you in the coming weeks.

If you have questions about any of the information contained in this packet please call 386-462-2886 or email office@bhaktischool.org. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.

Yours in service,

Visvambhara Dasa
Head of School

Hiring - Teaching Interns and Substitute Classroom Teachers/Assistants

The Bhaktivedanta Academy in Alachua, Florida, a thriving spiritually-centered pre-k thru 10th grade Montessori and International Baccalaureate school, is seeking applicants for the following positions:

Teaching Intern - Pre-K and Elementary
Our paid teaching interns will be placed into a multi-year career track under the guidance of a highly-qualified classroom instructor that ultimately leads to becoming a certified Montessori teacher at either the Pre-K or Elementary level. These part and full-time positions are for someone interested in pursuing a career in education or who already has teaching experience. All training and certification costs are  covered by the school.

Qualifications:

• BA or BS degree or currently completing coursework toward attainment - required for Elementary classroom interns.
• Knowledge of Montessori educational methodology or interest to attain.
• Able to pass local, state, and federal criminal background screenings.
• Able to speak, read, and write English fluently.
• US citizen or possess documentation of right to work in the US.

Substitute Classroom Teachers/Assistants
Substitute teachers and classroom assistants will undergo an initial orientation period that includes classroom observation and training. Once training is complete, they will be placed into our substitute pool to be called in to support a classroom whenever a teacher or assistant is unable to come to school or has planned time off.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Montessori educational methodology or willingness to attain.
• Prior experience working with students in a classroom setting.
• Completion of 40 clock-hour Introductory Child Care training - preferred for Pre-K.
• Able to pass local, state, and federal criminal background screenings.
• Able to speak, read, and write English fluently.
• US citizen or possess documentation of right to work in the US.
• Current first aid and CPR certification preferred.

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Qualified candidates for all positions should have an enthusiasm for working with children in a highly collaborative and professional teaching environment. If you are a self-starter who wants to be part of a mission-driven school that provides an opportunity to grow personally and professionally, we encourage you to apply.

Interested applicants should download the employment application and may either scan and email the completed application along with a current resume to office@bhaktischool.org or fax to 386-518-2314. Send all correspondence to the attention of Visvambhara Dasa, Head of School.