Lowell School, a progressive independent school in Washington DC, is seeking a Kindergarten Lead Teacher to join our faculty. The Kindergarten Co-Teacher is a key member of the Primary School Division Team and reports to the Primary School Director. This position, which begins in August 2026, requires a working knowledge of early and middle child development. Applicants should also have a demonstrated understanding of the social, emotional, and academic needs of elementary-aged children. 

Qualifications: 

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in elementary education or a related field
• A minimum of 1 to 3 years of teaching experience 
• Knowledge of the social, emotional, and academic needs of elementary-age students
• Well-versed in best practices for delivering language arts, mathematics, and social studies instruction, especially in project-based environments
• Experience with Responsive Classroom and a commitment to progressive education 
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity,  inclusion, and belonging 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Major Responsibilities:

• Deliver social curriculum, experiential learning, social justice education, thematic teaching, and differentiated instruction. 
• Engage in curriculum development.
• Bring ‘real life’ experiences—such as current events, information about our neighborhood and the larger city community, responsive practices, collegiality, etc.—into the classrooms and instruction.
• Build and nurture genuine relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Seek out professional development and leadership opportunities.

    Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

• Must be able to traverse school facilities and lead students to safety in the event of an emergency.

• Long periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Candidates interested in applying should email a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 letters of reference to Justin McLean, Director of the Primary School, at employment@lowellschool.org. Please include the position title in the subject line. 

The Expected Salary Range:  $60,000 - $85,000

Lowell School offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Lowell is an equal opportunity employer. Lowell complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform a specific job duty.

About LOWELL SCHOOL

Our mission is to create an inclusive community of life-long learners in which individual is valued and respected. At Lowell, dedicated teachers nurture curiosity and help children develop fundamental skills and deep, conceptual understandings that will last a lifetime. In the Pre-Primary School, opportunities abound for exploration, discovery, and learning. Teachers pay close attention to each child’s social, emotional, and academic development. In the Primary and Middle Schools, a rigorous, integrated curriculum—which includes the full complement of academic classes, as well as arts, technology, and physical education—engages students in active, experiential learning. A strong social curriculum develops interpersonal skills, multicultural understanding, and community engagement. A full array of after-school activities—including sports, swimming lessons, music lessons, and minicourses—are also available for all enrolled students.

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