Lower School Teacher

The Agnes Irwin School•Rosemont, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Agnes Irwin School, an all-girls' Pre-K through 12th grade independent school in the Philadelphia suburbs, is committed to fostering the intellectual and personal growth of girls and young women. Providing its students with a rigorous academic education, AIS is dedicated to developing each student's highest potential in intellect, character, and physical well-being. Currently, The Agnes Irwin School is seeking a full-time Lower School Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. Successful candidates will be committed to fostering the intellectual and personal growth of students through the mission of The Agnes Irwin School and the Core Values of Strive for Excellence, Lead with Character, Nurture Passions and Wellbeing, Foster Trust and Community, and Respect and Celebrate All. The Ideal Candidate: Embraces the Agnes Irwin School’s mission to empower each girl to learn, lead, and live a legacy, and is committed to the ethos of girls’ education Will immerse themselves in the life of the school and share their talents as a coach, advisor, chaperone, or club leader Commits to continued development of cross cultural awareness and necessary skills to engage with and learn from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Demonstrates a dedication to continuous growth and development in areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and commits to our DEIB Philosophy at Agnes Irwin. Is willing to engage across difference with empathy and understanding Regards collaboration as an essential component of professional growth and values working on a team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required
Successful classroom experience with demonstrated expertise in differentiated instruction, as well as the field of teaching in general
Demonstrated commitment to professional growth
Ability to work as a contributing, constructive team member in an educational environment
Strong interpersonal skills to include being cooperative and congenial, and able to manage students and communicate with parents and colleagues in a courteous and effective manner

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
PA state certification preferred
Experience in Early Elementary grades Kindergarten through 2nd preferred

Responsibilities

Create a positive, caring classroom community and meaningful relationships with students
Implement current curriculum and contribute to its ongoing development
Manage day to day classroom activities including but not limited to: Creating and maintaining an engaging, orderly, inclusive, physically and emotionally safe environment conducive to learning
Providing individual learning opportunities for students as needed
Design engaging lessons for students based on clear learning goals
Observe, document and reflect on student learning and growth maintaining current and accurate student records
Assist with placement testing and admission visits for prospective students
Carry out requisite student oversight
Work constructively with parents and colleagues
Inform parents and Division Director of students’ progress through written reports and conferences