Episcopal Day School seeks an experienced, dynamic, and nurturing fourth-grade math/science teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Candidates should have excellent teaching and interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of developmentally appropriate curricula in math and science, a passion for working with lower school students, and a solid commitment to professional and ethical standards when working with students, families, and colleagues. 

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and implement developmentally appropriate lessons and activities that foster conceptual understanding, procedural knowledge, and problem-solving skills.
• Provide direct, differentiated instruction for students, focusing on 21st-century skills such as collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Design lessons incorporating hands-on, concrete experiences in math and science as appropriate, including classes on our nature campus (Flowing Wells).
• Evaluate student growth in these disciplines.
• Implement instructional strategies that foster deep understanding
• Use clear and consistent classroom management in concert with the school’s core values and philosophy.
• Identify, select, modify, and create instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and learning needs in collaboration with grade-level teammates and curricular leaders.
• Use classroom management systems that are focused on students’ social-emotional needs.
• Provide a positive environment where students can actively engage in meaningful learning experiences.
• Communicate and partner effectively with students, parents, teachers, and other professionals on a regular basis.
• Respect the confidentiality of each child and their family
• Track and communicate individual student progress and provide interventions as needed
• Model professional and ethical standards when working with students, families, and colleagues.
• Attend division meetings and professional development sessions
• Actively support the mission and strategic plan of the school
• Other duties as assigned 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND QUALITIES

• Bachelor’s degree in education
• Understanding of the developmental needs of lower school students
• Competence with innovative, research-based teaching approaches in math and science
• Strong classroom management skills
• An inquisitive professional learning mindset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of technology to enhance teaching and learning
• Patient, compassionate disposition
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

About Episcopal Day School

The Episcopal Day School is a mission of the Church of the Good Shepherd serving students from two and a half years old through 8th grade. Episcopal Day School seeks to nurture and educate young minds and hearts, preparing them to lead lives of purpose, integrity, and impact as they navigate the ever-changing complexities of God’s world. Within a faith-filled, inclusive community, our students will be: Academically prepared :: Individually empowered :: Intellectually curious :: Socially responsible :: Spiritually guided

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