Lower School Teacher (Ellicott City)

Lower School Teacher (2026-27 School Year)St. John's Parish Day School, an Episcopal school serving students from Early Childhood through Grade 5, is seeking a Lower School Teacher beginning August 2026.Our Lower School program balances strong academics with social-emotional development, creating a joyful and engaging classroom experience where children feel known, valued, and inspired. Our classrooms are grounded in a Responsive Classroom approach, fostering strong relationships, a sense of belonging, and a positive learning environment.We are seeking an educator who values whole child education, builds meaningful relationships with students and families, and creates a classroom community where curiosity and confidence can grow.Responsibilities• Plan and deliver instruction in language arts, mathematics, social studies, and social-emotional learning• Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners• Foster a warm, inclusive, and structured classroom environment• Assess and monitor student progress• Communicate regularly and effectively with families• Collaborate with colleagues, specialists, and administratorsQualifications• Bachelor's degree required• Elementary teaching experience preferred• Strong understanding of early childhood and lower school development• Excellent communication and classroom management skills• Collaborative, reflective, and relationship-centered approachSalary Range$52,000 to $62,000 based on experience and years of service.About St. John's Parish Day SchoolSt. John's Parish Day School is an Episcopal school in Ellicott City, Maryland, serving children from Early Childhood through Grade 5. We are grounded in a mission to educate a culturally diverse community of children in a safe and nurturing environment.Our Episcopal identity calls us to honor the dignity and worth of every individual and to build a community grounded in respect, inclusion, and belonging.Commitment to InclusionSt. John's Parish Day School is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive community. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, or disability.Disclosure(s)Candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protection Services screening, MSDE Employment History Review for Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct, and a driving record screening before employment.How to ApplyInterested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and references to:Russell Ashton, Administrative Assistant, rashton@stjohnspds.org