Kindergarten Lead Teacher

The Walker School•Marietta, GA

About The Position

Kindergarten Lead Teacher The Walker School, Marietta, GA Are you the kind of educator who sees wonder in a child’s question, joy in discovery, and purpose in every moment of learning? At The Walker School , we are seeking a Kindergarten Lead Teacher who brings energy, creativity, and a deep belief in the potential of every child. This is more than a classroom role, it is an opportunity to shape foundational learning experiences that spark curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Why Walker At The Walker School, relationships come first. Our Primary School is grounded in meaningful connections, hands-on learning, and a commitment to nurturing the whole child. We believe our youngest learners thrive when they feel seen, valued, and inspired, and our teachers are the heart of that experience. What You’ll Do As our Kindergarten Lead Teacher, you will: Design and deliver engaging, hands-on learning experiences that spark curiosity and ownership of learning Foster a joyful, safe, and inclusive classroom where every child feels known and supported Differentiate instruction to meet a wide range of developmental and learning needs Build strong partnerships with families through consistent, thoughtful communication Collaborate closely with teaching assistants, specialists, and colleagues to support each child’s growth Track student progress through meaningful assessment and documentation Nurture social-emotional development alongside academic growth Contribute to a vibrant school community through meetings, events, and ongoing professional learning Who You Are You are a reflective, student-centered educator who: Creates a warm, structured, and engaging learning environment Values play, inquiry, and exploration as essential to early childhood education Is skilled at building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues Brings strong organization and communication skills Embraces collaboration and continuous growth Has experience, or interest, in multisensory approaches such as Orton Gillingham or Handwriting Without Tears What You Bring Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s preferred Experience in early childhood or elementary education A passion for developing the whole child, academically, socially, and emotionally A commitment to fostering an inclusive and welcoming classroom community About The Walker School The Walker School is a premier independent school in metro Atlanta serving students from Pre K3 through Grade 12. Our mission is to inspire transformative learning through meaningful relationships, academic excellence, and unique opportunities. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where every student and educator thrives. Salary and Benefits Walker offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, tuition remission, and a retirement plan. Apply To view the complete job description and apply, please visit: www.thewalkerschool.org/about/careers If you’re ready to create a classroom where curiosity leads and children thrive, we’d love to meet you.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s preferred
Experience in early childhood or elementary education
A passion for developing the whole child, academically, socially, and emotionally
A commitment to fostering an inclusive and welcoming classroom community

Nice To Haves

Has experience, or interest, in multisensory approaches such as Orton Gillingham or Handwriting Without Tears

Responsibilities

Design and deliver engaging, hands-on learning experiences that spark curiosity and ownership of learning
Foster a joyful, safe, and inclusive classroom where every child feels known and supported
Differentiate instruction to meet a wide range of developmental and learning needs
Build strong partnerships with families through consistent, thoughtful communication
Collaborate closely with teaching assistants, specialists, and colleagues to support each child’s growth
Track student progress through meaningful assessment and documentation
Nurture social-emotional development alongside academic growth
Contribute to a vibrant school community through meetings, events, and ongoing professional learning