Lower School Teacher Second Grade

The Galloway School seeks a qualified and experienced educator to serve as a Second Grade Teacher beginning August 2026.

This position offers the opportunity to guide a small class of approximately 14 students in building upon their Early Childhood foundation while further developing essential academic and social-emotional skills.

The Second Grade Teacher will foster the growth of students critical thinking problem-solving and decision-making abilities through intentional differentiated instruction. Core subjects are delivered through a workshop model utilizing an advanced curriculum that integrates technology project-based learning and STEM experiences. Instruction is designed to promote discovery collaboration and student-centered engagement.

The successful candidate will be a collaborative member of the Elementary faculty contributing positively to a cohesive and professional team culture.

The Galloway School values educators who are dedicated to academic excellence professional collaboration and the holistic development of each student within a Christian educational environment.

Responsibilities:

• Teach and manage one classroom of approximately 14 students.
• Create and maintain a structured Christ-centered learning environment that models and guides students toward responsibility perseverance compassion and open-mindedness within our global community.
• Implement current research-informed instructional practices including project-based learning.
• Integrate technology and STEM components in developmentally appropriate ways.
• Collaborate with grade-level divisional and school-wide teams.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with parents and colleagues.
• Supervise students during assigned duties (e.g. carline recess lunch).
• Demonstrate professionalism initiative reflection and commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or higher in education or a related field.
• Valid teaching certification for the applicable grade level.
• Minimum of two years of full-time teaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated sound judgment and strong decision-making skills.
• Commitment to the Christian faith and the mission of a Christ-centered school.
• Ability to successfully complete and maintain required fingerprinting and background clearances.

Required Experience:

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