Imagination Lab School is a TK–8 school organized into four developmental cohorts: Foundational Elementary (Grades TK–1), Lower Elementary (Grades 2–3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4–5), and Middle School (Grades 6–8). This role focuses on the Upper Elementary cohort and involves teaching one class while supporting a coherent and developmentally responsive learning progression across grades.

The ideal candidate is an experienced progressive educator who combines strong content knowledge with a creative, student-centered approach that brings math and science alive through hands-on inquiry, experimentation, critical thinking, and real-world problem solving.

Responsibilities [inclusive of all core subject areas]

• Design and facilitate interdisciplinary, project-based learning experiences that integrate English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies
• Design engaging lessons that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and student voice
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs, strengths, and interests
• Use formative & summative assessments to monitor student progress and inform instruction, emphasizing growth and reflection.
• Support students in developing executive functioning skills such as organization, time management, and self-advocacy
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to integrate SDG-driven projects.
• Incorporate SEL and identity-safe practices to cultivate voice, belonging, and reflection.
• Communicate clearly with families through narrative feedback, conferences, and portfolio presentations.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school events.

Qualifications

• An experienced progressive educator with a deep understanding of inquiry-based, project-based, and student-centered learning
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field
• Experience teaching upper elementary students
• Strong content knowledge across ELA, math, social studies, and science
• Commitment to cultivating equity and inclusion in the classroom.
• Flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm for working in a collaborative, innovative environment.
• Willingness to learn, iterate, and innovate within a project-based learning environment; commitment to continuous professional growth.

About Imagination Lab School

Imagination Lab School is a TK-8 grade independent, progressive school located in Palo Alto. We are an intentionally small, relationship-based community with a commitment to social and emotional development, experiential learning, community engagement, and real-world problem solving. Our students are engaged, empowered, and empathetic individuals with the strength of character and strength of voice to make a difference in the world. Visit us at www.imagination-school.org to learn more about our community and our programs.

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