What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fourth Grade Lead Teacher position at The Chestnut Hill School?
Position Summary
The Chestnut Hill School seeks a dynamic and collaborative educator to join our talented Grade 4 teaching team as a Lead Teacher with homeroom and Language Arts teaching responsibilities. This individual will be responsible for planning and implementing the reading and writing curriculum for all Grade 4 students, assessing their academic and social-emotional development, and maintaining regular communication with families. As a homeroom teacher, they will help foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that reflects the school’s values and mission.
The ideal candidate is a passionate educator with a strong background in literacy instruction, a deep appreciation for upper elementary learners, and a commitment to collaboration and professional growth.
The Lead Teacher Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all students.
- Plan and implement the academic program in collaboration with grade-level colleagues.
- Foster students’ social and emotional development using the Open Circle curriculum.
- Develop and administer assessments to monitor student progress.
- Differentiate instruction, assignments, and assessments to meet diverse learning needs.
- Maintain a structured, engaging, and supportive classroom environment.
- Communicate regularly with families about student progress, academic programming, and classroom events.
- Conduct parent/guardian-teacher conferences.
- Write narrative progress reports and letters of recommendation for student applications.
- Support and supervise classroom interns or associate teachers, as applicable.
- Collaborate with content specialists and teaching staff to enhance learning experiences.
- Manage classroom administrative tasks, including attendance and material orders.
- Fulfill assigned duties such as dismissal, lunch, and recess supervision.
- Organize and support field trips and experiential learning opportunities.
- Attend staff meetings and school professional development sessions.
- Participate in school-wide events, including Admissions open houses and the Carnival, which may occur outside regular work hours.
- Update and refine curriculum materials regularly.
- Engage in ongoing professional development.
- Take on additional responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in education or related field
- Experience working with children in this age range
- Experience supporting a wide range of learners within a diverse school setting
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
The Chestnut Hill School Offers:
- Salary based on experience with annual step increases
- Rich benefits include health, dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance.
- Retirement savings plan with school contribution after one year.
- Professional development opportunities and training.
- Easy access to public transportation (Chestnut Hill D Line stop) with paid MBTA passes.
- A collaborative team approach and supportive work environment.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
The Chestnut Hill School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or family composition or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000
