2026-2027 - Lower School - Early Elementary STEAM Teacher (Pre-K-1st Grade)

About the role

The Isidore Newman School seeks a talented and dynamic Lower School Early Elementary STEAM Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. The role involves collaborating with the Lower School Science Department chair and Visual Arts chair to develop and design units of study, facilitating STEAM experiences, guiding students through early Scientific and Engineering Practices, integrating science and visual arts, and creating a classroom environment that supports exploration, collaboration, and risk-taking.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Lower School Science Department chair and Visual Arts chair to develop and design developmentally appropriate units of study for students in grades Pre-K through 1st Grade
• Design and facilitate developmentally appropriate STEAM experiences rooted in inquiry-based learning
• Integrate science and visual arts to deepen understanding of concepts and encourage creative expression
• Guide students through early Scientific and Engineering Practices (SEPs) such as observing, asking questions, modeling, and designing solutions
• Create a classroom environment that supports exploration, collaboration, and risk-taking
• Facilitate the educational and social development of the students
• Communicate openly and effectively with parents including but not limited to Parents Nights, Parent Teacher Conferences, Curriculum Conversations, and signature Science and Art events
• Participate in field trips and special traditions and activities of the grade levels
• Maintain student records, display student work, and maintain a neat and organized environment for learning
• Model appropriate presence daily and ensure that students adhere to Lower School behavioral expectations
• Complete Lower School duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree or higher in elementary education or a related field
• 3+ years of experience as an early elementary grade educator
• Knowledge of varied pedagogy and trends in instruction and curriculum design at the elementary level
• Professional orientation toward collaboration and innovation
• A reflective practitioner, committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning
• Enthusiasm for teaching children
• Cultural competency demonstrating respect for diversity of identities and experiences and an orientation toward equity and inclusion
• A positive attitude, self-confidence, and effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to engage, motivate, and develop student learning
• Must meet and maintain all federal, state, and local requirements to work in an educational childcare setting

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree or higher in elementary education or a related field
• 3+ years of experience as an early elementary grade educator
• Knowledge of varied pedagogy and trends in instruction and curriculum design at the elementary level
• Professional orientation toward collaboration and innovation
• A reflective practitioner, committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning
• Enthusiasm for teaching children
• Cultural competency demonstrating respect for diversity of identities and experiences and an orientation toward equity and inclusion
• A positive attitude, self-confidence, and effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to engage, motivate, and develop student learning

Skills

• Excellent speaking, writing, and interpersonal skills
• Strong instructional and classroom management skills
• Technologically savvy and computer literate
• Willingness to contribute to school activities outside of the assigned classroom
• Understanding of the developmental level of the students they teach
• Genuinely love to work with children and educators at the elementary level

Benefits

• Opportunity to collaborate with experienced colleagues in the Lower School Science and Visual Arts departments
• Challenging and rewarding work in a supportive and inclusive community
• Opportunities for professional growth and development through coaching and training

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Application Instructions

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, updated resume, educational philosophy statement, and names of three professional references.