2ND GRADE TEACHER

ST HILDAS AND ST HUGHS SCHOOL•New York, NY

21h•$70,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Second Grade Head Teacher fosters students' intellectual, social, and emotional development while inspiring trust, confidence, and curiosity. This role is responsible for cultivating a positive classroom culture that promotes independence, responsibility, and a love of learning. The Second Grade Teacher designs and implements an age-appropriate curriculum, manages the classroom environment effectively, communicates effectively with families, and creates a supportive and engaging learning experience for all students.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills across written, verbal, in-person, and digital platforms.
Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with students, families, colleagues, and the broader school community.
Strong organizational, planning, and technology skills.
Resourceful and effective in prioritizing tasks and navigating systems.
Self-directed and collaborative, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
High emotional intelligence and resilience to manage the dynamic demands of the role.
Commitment to fostering a positive, academically focused school culture aligned with the school’s mission.
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of two years of Head Teacher experience required.
Strong understanding of child development.
Proficiency with Google Workspace and educational technology tools.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to push, pull, climb, stand for long periods of time and lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Instructional Design and deliver instruction aligned with school-wide goals and individualized student learning outcomes.
Establish and maintain effective classroom systems, procedures, and routines that ensure student engagement and maximize instructional time.
Demonstrate commitment and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.
Collect, analyze, and track student data to differentiate instruction and modify curriculum to support student growth and achievement.
Utilize a variety of research-based instructional strategies to actively engage learners.
Develop and implement both formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and refine instructional practices.
Evaluate student learning through project-based learning, performance tasks, and ongoing formative assessment.
Take responsibility for the academic progress of all students, developing intervention or enrichment plans as needed.
Communicate regularly and proactively with families regarding classroom activities and student progress; foster strong partnerships between home and school.
Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum, interdisciplinary projects, and instructional plans.
Maintain accurate daily attendance and weekly grade updates in Veracross.
Model and uphold the school’s mission, vision, policies, ethical standards, and confidentiality expectations.
Support and reinforce school procedures, including supervision during transitions and dismissal.
Implement and promote all health and safety policies.
Model and uphold school-wide behavioral expectations and core values.
Prepare student reports and provide timely, meaningful feedback on academic and social growth.
Design and deliver presentations and communications to keep families informed and active.
Participate in school-sponsored extracurricular activities, including social events, athletics, clubs, and community programs.
Willingness to complete additional duties as assigned by the Head of School in support of instructional excellence.