Lower Middle School Head Teacher (Grade 4 or 5)

Marymount School seeks an experienced and dynamic Head Teacher to lead a fifth grade homeroom in our Lower Middle School. Head Teachers play a central role in nurturing students’ academic habits, cultivating curiosity, and building a strong foundation in mathematics, language arts, and social studies.

Working closely with their grade-level team, Head Teachers design purposeful, engaging learning experiences that invite students to think deeply, collaborate meaningfully, and connect with content in multiple ways. They are also responsible for fostering classroom communities in which each student feels known, valued, and inspired to learn.

Ideal candidates are enthusiastic about building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Experience with collaborative, interdisciplinary, and project-based learning is highly valued, as is a thoughtful approach to integrating technology as a tool for learning. Familiarity with the Judith Hochman approach to expository writing and Singapore Math is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teaching students in whole-group and small-group settings across language arts, mathematics, and social studies


• Collaborating closely with colleagues to plan curriculum and support student growth


• Communicating regularly and thoughtfully with families


• Participating in faculty, team, and student support meetings


• Partnering with administrators and, when appropriate, outside providers to support student needs


• Fulfilling supervisory responsibilities as determined by the Division Head
  

Qualifications

• A degree in education or a related field


• Experience working with upper elementary students in a school setting


• A commitment to equity and belonging in teaching practices


• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills