Grade 1 Teacher (full-time): Start Date August 17, 2026

Kent Place School • Summit, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Kent Place School is seeking a dynamic, knowledgeable Grade 1 teacher for the 2026-2027 school year who is committed to developing leadership skills and fostering intellectual curiosity, confidence, and critical thinking in our youngest Primary School students. The educator who fills this position will join a vibrant Primary School community focused on providing joyful, durable learning experiences for all learners. Successful candidates will demonstrate: Expertise in early elementary pedagogy, with a strong foundation in teaching English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Social Studies to young children A commitment to creating a classroom that is academically challenging, culturally responsive, and developmentally appropriate The ability to design engaging, inquiry-based learning experiences Enthusiasm for working with young learners and a demonstrated ability to build supportive relationships that inspire students to take risks and grow as learners A collaborative mindset and desire to contribute to a professional learning community within and beyond the Primary School.

Requirements

• A minimum of three years of teaching experience (preferably with students in Kindergarten-Grade 2).
• Demonstrated cultural competency.
• Commitment to creating a community grounded in belonging, respect, and inclusion.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in an academic field or in Elementary Education.

Responsibilities

• Developing leadership skills in young Primary School students.
• Fostering intellectual curiosity, confidence, and critical thinking in young Primary School students.
• Providing joyful, durable learning experiences for all learners.
• Creating a classroom that is academically challenging, culturally responsive, and developmentally appropriate.
• Designing engaging, inquiry-based learning experiences.
• Building supportive relationships that inspire students to take risks and grow as learners.
• Contributing to a professional learning community within and beyond the Primary School.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level