Lower School Teacher - Second Grade

The Galloway School • Friendswood, TX

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About The Position

The Galloway School seeks a qualified and experienced educator to serve as a Second Grade Teacher beginning August 2026. This position offers the opportunity to guide a small class of approximately 14 students in building upon their Early Childhood foundation while further developing essential academic and social-emotional skills. The Second Grade Teacher will foster the growth of students’ critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities through intentional, differentiated instruction. Core subjects are delivered through a workshop model utilizing an advanced curriculum that integrates technology, project-based learning, and STEM experiences. Instruction is designed to promote discovery, collaboration, and student-centered engagement. The successful candidate will be a collaborative member of the Elementary faculty, contributing positively to a cohesive and professional team culture. The Galloway School values educators who are dedicated to academic excellence, professional collaboration, and the holistic development of each student within a Christian educational environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in education or a related field.
• Valid teaching certification for the applicable grade level.
• Minimum of two years of full-time teaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated sound judgment and strong decision-making skills.
• Commitment to the Christian faith and the mission of a Christ-centered school.
• Ability to successfully complete and maintain required fingerprinting and background clearances.

Responsibilities

• Teach and manage one classroom of approximately 14 students.
• Create and maintain a structured, Christ-centered learning environment that models and guides students toward responsibility, perseverance, compassion, and open-mindedness within our global community.
• Implement current, research-informed instructional practices, including project-based learning.
• Integrate technology and STEM components in developmentally appropriate ways.
• Collaborate with grade-level, divisional, and school-wide teams.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with parents and colleagues.
• Supervise students during assigned duties (e.g., carline, recess, lunch).
• Demonstrate professionalism, initiative, reflection, and commitment to continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time