Lower School Head Teacher

Position Summary and Overview

The Churchill School & Center, a K-12 school for students with language-based learning disabilities, is seeking a Head Teacher in the Lower School Division for the 2026-2027 school year. Reporting to the LS Division Director, the Head Teacher is responsible for delivering instruction that is developmentally appropriate and responsive to the needs of students with language-based learning disabilities. The Head Teacher serves as the lead educator in the classroom and works collaboratively with Assistant Teacher(s), Grade Lead and Department Coordinator, related service providers, and specialists to support student learning. Head Teachers are responsible for planning, instruction, classroom culture, communication, maintaining student records, and classroom leadership. This role also includes intentional mentorship, modeling of best practices, and ongoing feedback to the Assistant Teacher assigned to the classroom.

Essential Expectations

• Overtly support and act in accordance with the schools mission and values (kindness, respect, integrity, perseverance, responsibility).
• Foster a safe, predictable, and supportive environment for students.
• Interact with colleagues in a respectful and collegial manner that fosters a healthy faculty culture.
• Appropriately carry out specific assignments as determined by the supervisor.
• Uphold professional standards of personal presentation, punctuality, professional courtesy, and discretion.
• Honor the confidentiality of school, student, and family information.
• Comply with all school policies and procedures as articulated in the schools faculty handbook.
• Authentically engage in self-reflection and annual personal and professional growth.

Duties and Responsibilities*

• Instructional Planning and Teaching

• Plan and implement lessons in assigned subject and content areas using developmentally appropriate, multisensory, and structured teaching practices.
• Modify curriculum and instructional materials to meet the diverse needs of students with language-based learning disabilities.
• Utilize educational technology to enhance instruction, engagement, and accessibility.
• Design and implement assessments to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions.
• Classroom Management and Student Support
• Maintain an organized, consistent classroom management system in alignment with Lower School policies.
• Supervise students during group activities, lunch, recess, transition, and other duties as assigned, facilitating social skills and problem-solving when appropriate.

• Collaboration and Communication

• Engage in collaborative planning with all members of the instructional team, emphasizing the individual needs of learners (assessments, homework, lessons, accommodations, and supports).
• Communicate regularly and professionally with colleagues to ensure alignment across content areas and student support services.
• Initiate and maintain ongoing communication with families regarding student progress, concerns, and successes.
• Attend relevant staff meetings, professional development, and school events as required.
• Maintain accurate student records, including grading, report cards, conference notes, and attendance.

• Homeroom Responsibilities

• Lead daily homeroom meetings.
• Participate and supervise community building activities.
• Support the development of students executive functioning skills.
• Schedule and facilitate three parent conference days per year.
• Coordinate required materials for and attend CSE meetings, when appropriate.

• Mentorship and Professional Support of the Assistant Teacher

• Create and sustain an atmosphere of teamwork and shared responsibility within the classroom.
• Hold regular planning meetings with the Assistant Teacher(s).
• Offer timely, constructive feedback following lessons and model effective teaching practices and classroom management strategies
• Ensure Assistant Teacher(s) have opportunities for growth to advance their classroom skills.

*Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have...

• BA or BS Degree in Elementary Education or Special Education; MA or MS preferred
• NYS Teacher Certification in relevant content preferred
• Familiarity with Singapore Approach and multi-sensory instruction
• 3 or more years of classroom experience building positive and appropriate relationships with students
• Knowledge of, or willingness to continue higher levels of education to obtain knowledge of effective service strategies and methodologies for working with children with language-based learning disabilities
• High degree of technology proficiency, including comfort with educational platforms and student information systems.
• Patience, flexibility, good organization skills, and a sense of humor
• Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills..
• Proven ability to establish a positive learning environment with effective classroom management and behavior-support practices.

Compensation

• This is a 10-month, in-person role with a start date of August 2026. The salary range for this position is $60K - $85K.
• Benefits package: 10 days annual personal/sick time, annual merit-based bonus pay, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability income benefits, flexible spending account, health savings account, commuter benefits, paid family leave, daily complimentary lunch, professional development opportunities, 403(b) retirement plan with a 7% employer contribution after 2-years employment.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should send:

• Current resume;
• Cover letter and;
• references

in PDF format to: ... . Candidates should make sure to outline all experiences relative to the position. Furthermore, Churchill works to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Please include your thoughts and experiences on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in a school setting and offer an example of your work with students through an equity lens.

The Churchill School and Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin, ancestry or any other characteristic. Churchill is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color, as well as candidates from under-represented groups.

Churchills Vision

A world where students with language-based learning disabilities embrace their learning differences and see limitless possibilities.

Churchill Mission

To provide an innovative and transformational K-12 learning community that empowers students with language-based learning disabilities.