Lower School Teacher

The Team

The Lower School Team works collaboratively to teach foundational literacies and build hands-on inquiry/project-based experiences for students. Each grade-level team is led by a Head of Grade and works with a Learning Coach to meet the needs of each individual student. Leveraging tools and resources such as visible thinking routines, off-campus expeditions, mindfulness/SEL, internal/external experts, and a team of connectors (Maker, Performing Arts, Physical Educator, Science, Spanish, Visual Arts), the Lower School team is able to activate agency and imagination for our learners who are ready to make an impact today.

The Role

Based on enrollment, we will be seeking passionate and innovative teachers at various grade levels (Kindergarten through Grade 5) for the 2026-27 school year. Ideal candidates will have a passion for blending best-in-class curriculum/pedagogies (Orton-Gillingham, Bridges Math, Handwriting without Tears, Core Knowledge) with innovative inquiry-based projects and units (using visible thinking routines, design thinking, project-based learning, off-campus experiences, etc.) to help students realize their academic passions and spark curiosity in a dynamic, hands-on environment. Successful Lower School teachers have strong organizational skills and a passion for differentiation, which help our learners progress at their own rate in a competency-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating daily hands-on learning experiences and assessments with students
• Co-designing curriculum and assessment with the grade-level team with attention to differentiation and individualization
• Maintaining comprehensive records of performance, progress, and goals using Toddle LMS
• Communicating with families, learning coaches, and outside providers
• Actively participating in professional growth opportunities and weekly school/division/team meetings
• Meeting the needs of the division by helping with weekly coverage and duties
• Supporting students at seasonal after-school events

Core Competencies

• Ability to cultivate respectful and affirming environments
• Culturally proficient & equity literate
• A track record of giving high-quality, responsive feedback
• Understanding of competency-based assessment/mastery approach to learning
• Knowledge of inquiry-based learning pedagogies (project based learning, visible thinking routines, question formulation techniques, design thinking)
• Proficiency in Google Suite & Mac/Apple OS

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a related field
• Orton-Gillingham literacy training (strongly preferred)
• Teaching certificate (preferred)
• 3+ years of classroom teaching experience (preferred)

Start Date: July 27, 2026