Upper Elementary Classroom Teacher (Grade 4)

Palm Beach Day Academy is seeking a Fourth-Grade Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Applicants should enjoy working in a collaborative, student-centered environment and be skilled at providing differentiated instruction to promote students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. Ideal candidates show proficiency using technology in the classroom, are comfortable collaborating across disciplines and within the department, and excel at designing hands-on learning experiences that help students make meaningful connections between their studies and real-world contexts. Candidates should also possess strong classroom management skills to create and maintain a positive, supportive, and engaging learning environment. Additional duties during the academic day range from advising students to actively participating in faculty meetings and professional development.

A Bachelor’s degree in elementary education and/or certification in elementary education is required, and a Master’s degree is preferred. Candidates must have a minimum of three years of teaching experience. Essential skills include strong organization and attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with colleagues and parents.

Palm Beach Day Academy, established in 1921, is an independent, coeducational day school serving students from age 2 to grade 8, on two campuses. The foundation of PBDA’s program is the education of our students in an academically challenging and compassion-rich environment that guides each child toward personal excellence of mind, body, and character. At all levels, our students will be, as our mission states, challenged to excel, empowered to act, and prepared to lead. For more information about our school, visit our website at www.pbday.org .

Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and at least three references to employment@pbday.org.