Description
Lower School Teacher
(2026-2027 School Year)
Reports to: Assistant Head for Teaching & Learning in Lower School
FLSA Status: Salaried, Exempt
Work Schedule: Full-time; School year
Position Overview:
Under the supervision of the Assistant Head for Teaching & Learning in Lower School, the Lower
School Teacher will plan, develop, and implement an effective instructional program to maintain a
classroom environment that supports each student’s social, emotional, and cognitive growth and
development in accordance with the policies and philosophy of The Lamplighter School. The Lower
School Teacher will also collaborate with colleagues while maintaining a positive team attitude.
Job Responsibilities:
- Plan, develop, and implement curriculum for use in the classroom
- Revise and modify curriculum accordingly throughout the year, as necessary
- Utilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served
- Cultivate effective professional relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
- Create positive educational climate for students
- Attend all required school meetings and public-relations events, including participate in school committees and extracurricular activities as required
- Engage in professional development to stay abreast of current topics in education
- fulfill expectations for report writing and assessment of student work and progress
- Understand and support The Lamplighter School commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Perform all other related duties as assigned
Requirements
Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge of teaching practices and a commitment to teaching within a caring, highly academic environment
- Knowledge in teaching mathematics and/or literacy
- Strong organizational skills
- Knowledge of current trends and research in early childhood learning
- Willingness to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Familiar with current effective/research-based strategies for using technology
Disclaimer: The job responsibilities outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may be amended at the sole discretion of the Head of School.