Lower School 1st Grade Lead Teacher

Germantown Academy We inspire students to be: Independent in Thought • Confident in Expression • Compassionate in Spirit • Collaborative in Action • Honorable in Deed Position Title: Lower School 1st Grade Lead Teacher Germantown Academy is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory day school located on a beautiful 126-acre campus in the Fort Washington suburbs near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The school serves more than 1,200 students in grades PK-12. Founded in 1759, GA is America’s oldest non-sectarian day school with rich traditions and a strong commitment to ongoing innovation of curricular and pedagogical practices. Germantown Academy is committed to the work of equity and inclusion and believes that equal opportunity in all aspects of employment supports the mission of the school and the successful attainment of our strategic objectives. Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and a respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds. We are seeking experienced, dynamic candidates for a full-time Lower School 1st Grade Lead Teacher position to start in August 2025. This is a ten-month teaching position with an excellent array of benefits. The salary range is highly competitive and commensurate with experience. Application deadline is March 31, 2025. Key Responsibilities: •Teach co-ed class of up to 18 students in literacy, math, and interdisciplinary curriculum with a focus on 21st century skills •Collaborate with, and provide mentoring and direction to the partnering Associate Teacher to increase opportunities for differentiating instruction, small group work, ongoing assessment and active learning for students •Establish excellent parent partnerships and communication: Write detailed student progress reports, facilitate ongoing communication with parents including program information, newsletters, parent information evenings and scheduled parent-teacher conferences •Collaborate with grade level team and curriculum specialists to develop and implement literacy, math, social studies, and other integrated curriculum. •Collaborate and communicate with Student Support Team and administration as needed to support students’ learning and social success at school •Fulfill all supervisory duties as assigned before, during and after formal instructional times •Attend and wholeheartedly engage in professional development opportunities including grade level meetings, Professional Learning Communities, Think Tanks, all-school committees, networking with other schools, professional conferences, and all required in-service and faculty meetings •Opportunities for leading after-school activities and coaching are available and encouraged Qualifications: •Undergraduate or graduate degree in elementary education required; PA teaching certification and Master’s degree or enrollment in Master’s degree program preferred •Minimum two years public or independent elementary school teaching experience required; lead teaching experience preferred •Ability to work in a mission-driven, team-oriented, fast-paced, exciting environment that requires initiative, and a collaborative and innovative spirit; Ability to create a vibrant and inspiring learning community •Strong emotional intelligence: warm, kind, flexible, patient, sense of humor, active listener, empathetic, confidential •Strong cultural competency skills: ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures and diverse backgrounds •Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills •Excellent understanding and articulation of current educational theory and practice as it relates to early childhood and elementary development and best practices •Fluent use of administrative and instructional technologies •Demonstrates strong work ethic, attendance, and punctuality