National Presbyterian School, a 300-student elementary school (Pre-K 3 through 6th Grade) located in Washington, DC, is conducting a search for a Director of Teaching and Learning to join the NPS community and administrative team starting July 1, 2026.  

The Director of Teaching and Learning is responsible for oversight of the curriculum and instructional practices at NPS, ensuring that both are rooted in the NPS mission, philosophy, and Core Values. The Director of Teaching and Learning manages curricular content and programmatic initiatives, assessments and standardized testing, faculty committees, professional development, and the school’s accreditation process. In addition, the Director of Teaching and Learning plays a key role in communicating the NPS curriculum and programming to a wide range of school constituents. The Director of Teaching and Learning reports to the Head of School and works closely with the Directors of the Lower (Pre-K 3 - 2nd Grade) and Upper (3rd - 6th Grade) Divisions and all members of the senior administrative team.

 In candidates, NPS is looking for the following qualifications:

• Possesses at least a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, with a master’s degree preferred
• A minimum of 5 years of teaching as a preprimary/elementary educator
• Thorough knowledge of the developmental needs of 3-12 year olds
• Administrative/leadership experience, ideally in designing and implementing curriculum or similar experience
• Strong knowledge of current educational, pedagogical, and curricular ideas and research
• Excellent listener and communicator, with strong interpersonal skills and an ability to collaborate with colleagues and serve as a visible and engaged presence in the school community
• Talented and dedicated problem-solver, leader, and manager, adept at strategic thinking, attention to detail, and coordinating and leading projects and events

Interested individuals may Apply Now by submitting a resume, cover letter, a statement of educational philosophy, and at least three professional references. Salary is commensurate with experience with the range for this position at an annualized salary of $110,000-$140,000 including health care benefits and PTO. If you have any questions, please reach out to Executive Assistant to the Head of School Sarah Weinhardt at sweinhardt@nps-dc.org

As a condition of employment, all candidates offered a position at National Presbyterian School must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening. This includes a national criminal history check and fingerprinting submitted to the Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) for processing. These screenings are required to ensure the safety and security of our school community and comply with applicable laws and regulations.

About National Presbyterian School

National Presbyterian School is an independent, co-educational 300+ student elementary (PreK3-6th Grade) day school located in Washington, DC. Founded in 1969 as an educational mission of the National Presbyterian Church, National Presbyterian School is a traditional, elementary school dedicated to educational excellence in an ecumenical Christian environment. A loving and inclusive community, NPS strives to help children develop intellectual, spiritual, and personal foundations that will serve them throughout their lives.

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