Pay: $30,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Job description:

We are seeking a passionate, progressive educator to join our School faculty for the 2026-2027 academic year. The ideal candidate is a "guide on the side" who thrives in a student-centered classroom. You should be adept at small-group instruction, knowledgeable in child development, and possess a healthy dose of humor, kindness, and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Student-Centered Instruction: Serve as the lead teacher for an early elementary cohort, implementing a curriculum that prioritizes inquiry, creativity, and the Wilson Reading System framework.
• Holistic Development: Model a culture of innovation that balances academic rigor with character education and emotional intelligence.
• Collaborative Planning: Work closely with a tight-knit team of educators to design project-based units that make learning "visible" and engaging.
• Parent Partnership: Establish and maintain transparent, altruistic relationships with families, promoting a true partnership in each child’s educational journey.
• Community Engagement: Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and daily school life, including recess, lunch, and community-building traditions.
• Inclusive Excellence: Authentically engage with our diverse student body, ensuring a safe, secure, and nurturing environment where every student can succeed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or a related field is required.
• Licensing: A valid Virginia Teaching License is preferred but not required for the right candidate.
• Pedagogy: Proven ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners and a passion for student-led, project-based learning.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to communicate with empathy to students, parents, and colleagues.
• Classroom Management: Strong skills in creating a positive, calm, and structured classroom environment that fosters independence.
• Tech Savvy: Familiarity with educational technology for lesson design and documenting student progress.

Mission Alignment: A deep commitment to the mission and values of Anna’s House School, including our faith-informed and inclusive approach.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person