About Davidson Day

Davidson Day School is a diverse independent school serving approximately 545 students from age 2 through 12th grade, where we empower students to embrace challenge, live with character, and lead with purpose. We are a community grounded in the values of Courage, Ownership, Resilience, and Empathy. Learn more at davidsonday.org.

Position Summary

The Lower School First Grade Lead Teacher is responsible for delivering a developmentally appropriate, engaging, and rigorous academic program that supports students’ intellectual, social, and emotional growth. The ideal candidate will foster curiosity, a love of learning, and strong foundational skills across core subject areas while working collaboratively with colleagues and families.

• Collaborate closely with a grade-level teaching partner to design and implement lesson plans aligned with established curricular goals, and contribute to ongoing curriculum review and improvemen
• Provide targeted support to individual students and differentiate instruction to meet a range of learning needs
• Conduct ongoing formative and summative assessments in reading and math to monitor student progress and ensure alignment with curricular standards; administer standardized assessments as required by the School
• Work collaboratively with Lower School faculty, including specialist teachers, to support a cohesive and integrated educational experience
• Maintain open and timely communication with parents regarding student progress, growth, and areas of concern
• Maintain accurate attendance records and complete report cards in a timely manner
• Participate in supervisory duties, including lunch, recess/playground, and carpool
• Attend and support School events held after hours and on weekends
• Attend and actively contribute to faculty meetings
• Meet regularly with the Division Head and teaching partner to support planning, alignment, and professional growth
• Perform other duties consistent with the role as assigned by the Head of School

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education
• Minimum of 3-5 years of teaching experience at the elementary grade level
• Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with children, parents, and colleagues
• Preferred: Master’s Degree in Elementary Education

Equal Employment Opportunity

Davidson Day School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


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