Interim Fourth Grade Classroom Teacher
Interim Fourth Grade Classroom Teacher
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Job Description
Sidwell Friends Lower School a coeducational Quaker day school located in Bethesda MD seeks a dynamic collaborative and student-centered Interim Fourth Grade Classroom Teacher to join its Lower School faculty for the school year.
The Interim Fourth Grade Classroom Teacher will co-lead a homeroom of 2224 students alongside a teaching partner sharing full responsibility for all areas of instruction. As a member of a six-person fourth grade teaching team this individual will contribute to a vibrant program grounded in academic rigor joyful discovery and deep respect for each childs unique journey.
This is an excellent opportunity for an educator who is passionate about working with children committed to Quaker values and energized by collaboration creativity and ongoing professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Co-plan and co-teach reading writing math and social studies.
- Create a student-centered inclusive classroom environment that nurtures curiosity critical thinking and empathy.
- Design and implement differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Collaborate closely with co-teachers and grade-level teammates to shape curriculum and instructional practices.
- Support students social-emotional development using responsive and developmentally appropriate strategies.
- Maintain regular communication with families to foster partnership and share student growth.
- Assess and monitor student learning through a variety of formative and summative tools.
- Participate fully in the life of the school including faculty meetings duties school events and Meetings for Worship.
- Align with or integrate key approaches such as structured literacy Illustrative Math and Responsive Classroom.
Required Qualifications:
- At least three years of successful elementary classroom teaching experience.
- Demonstrated success in co-teaching or team-based instructional environments.
- Strong differentiation skills and commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy.
- Deep belief in a student-centered whole-child approach to learning.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with structured literacy Illustrative Math and Responsive Classroom.
- Familiarity with Quaker education and/or independent schools.
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Elementary Education or a related field required.
- Masters degree preferred.
To Apply:
Please submit a resume cover letter and contact information for three professional references through our online application portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Sidwell Friends School is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community. We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds and experiences.
Employment Type
Full Time
