Lower School Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Elijah House Academy is looking for a Lower School Teacher to join our team of passionate professionals. Spread the word. It's a great job at a wonderful school!

Applicants will only be considered once the application on the Elijah House Academy website is completed and cover letter and resume are submitted at : -opportunities/

Thank you for your interest!

Position Description: Lower School Teacher

Position Summary:

EHA is searching for an experienced lower school teacher (K-4) for the upcoming 2026-27 school year who believes in and embodies our Philosophy of Education (based on Charlotte Mason/classical approach) such that his or her curriculum and instruction cultivate within our students a love for learning. This teacher will be responsible to cultivate a classroom atmosphere of delight and duty where such a love for learning and good habits can be formed.

Position Reporting Responsibility:

This position reports to the Dean of Academics.

Position Requirements/Qualifications:

Anyone who is seeking this position at EHA must:

• Understand and be in agreement with the EHA statement of religious beliefs
• Understand and be in agreement with EHA's mission, vision, values, philosophy of education and student formation beliefs
• Hold a bachelor's degree
• Demonstrate a passion for both learning and serving in a diverse environment
• Demonstrate an understanding of a Charlotte Mason/classical approach to education
• Preference will be given to candidates who have teaching experience, especially in a Charlotte Mason/classical classroom setting

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Teacher

• Create and/or enhance lesson plans for content areas
• Submit weekly lesson plans in a timely manner
• Enter grades into gradebook weekly in order to prepare progress and quarterly report cards in a timely manner

Classroom Manager

• Execute homeroom duties
• Create a classroom management plan with the approval of the Dean of Academics and execute the plan
• Keep daily records (attendance, behavioral documentation, etc.)

Parent Advocate and Communicator

• Communicate weekly with parents through Monday Packets
• Plan and execute parent/teacher conferences when scheduled or when the need arises

Community Member

• Attend mandatory staff meetings, professional development sessions and teacher work days
• Attend mandatory extracurricular events

Stewardship

• Physical classroom space
• School-issued laptop
• Classroom and playground equipment
• Curricular materials

The Lower School Teacher is a full-time exempt 10-month position with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plan, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid student holidays, life insurance, long-term disability, and free tuition for children of employees.