The Oakwood School seeks an energetic and dedicated teacher to serve as a 1st Grade Lead Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of early elementary education and a passion for helping young students build foundational skills in a supportive and engaging classroom environment. Successful candidates will demonstrate flexibility and adaptability and will actively participate in the life of the school beyond the classroom.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Model and instill a love of learning and curiosity in young students.
• Design and implement engaging instruction aligned with school standards, curriculum goals, and student needs.
• Create a positive and respectful classroom environment where students feel supported, challenged, and valued.
• Develop and deliver lessons that promote student engagement, foundational skill development, and academic growth.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies, including differentiation and small group instruction, to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Incorporate developmentally appropriate practices that support the academic, social, and emotional growth of students.
• Integrate technology as a tool to enhance learning and support communication.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies to support all learners.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records and assessments.
• Establish clear expectations and routines that support a productive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Build strong relationships with students and families based on trust, communication, and respect.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support a cohesive and effective Lower School program.
• Participate in grade-level and division meetings, before and after-school duties, faculty meetings, Oakwood functions, clubs, athletic events, and other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
• Prior teaching experience in Lower School grades is preferred.
• Reading certification or experience in early literacy instruction is preferred.
• Understanding of the social, emotional, and academic needs of Lower School students.
• The ability to differentiate instruction and create engaging learning opportunities for students with a wide range of abilities.
• A willingness to reflect on and refine teaching practices to support student growth.
• A desire to work in a diverse and inclusive school environment.
• A commitment to collaborate with colleagues and contribute positively to the school community.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills when working with students, parents, and colleagues.

About The Oakwood School

The Oakwood School is a PK3-12, coed, non-sectarian independent school in Greenville, NC, setting the bar with hands-on, experiential learning that teaches the whole child. At Oakwood, we cultivate a supportive and challenging learning environment where students have the space to take risks, approach new concepts with confidence, and develop a life-long love of learning through small class sizes, engaging curriculum, and remarkable daily activities and experiences. Mission Statement: The Oakwood School seeks to instill in its students the strength of character, the creativity, and the wisdom to make a difference in the world. The Oakwood School Statement of Philosophy: The Oakwood School exists to help our students to learn and to love learning, to value themselves and others, and to become contributing members of ever-larger communities.

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