Posted: 07-Apr-26
Location: Pasadena, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: $70,000 - $130,000
Salary Details:
Required Education:
Chandler School is an independent K-8 school located in Pasadena, CA, with an enrollment of 450. Founded in 1950, Chandler School abides by its mission to provide each student with the highest quality and most academically challenging education in a nurturing, balanced and diverse environment.
We strive to have our students gain a love of learning, a means of thinking independently and an ability to work collaboratively. A Chandler education seeks to develop good character, self-reliance and a commitment to community in students as a foundation for academic and personal success.
We take pride in our thriving community with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. We learn and grow from one another and respect each others’ creativity and knowledge to promote a nurturing and healthy workplace.
Purpose/Summary:
Lower School Teachers are members of the lower school faculty serving grades Kindergarten thru Fifth grade in a K-8 configuration. The faculty member will be expected to fulfill the mission of Chandler School by planning, organizing, and implementing an appropriate program that challenges and encourages each student in a nurturing, balanced, and diverse environment. Core responsibilities include teaching core subject areas, participating in the field trips or outdoor education program, and creating a classroom culture that supports curiosity, effort, and growth. Other tasks and responsibilities are outlined below. Coaching opportunities are available.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach math, social studies, language arts and developmentally appropriate study skills in a self-contained classroom. Collaborate with grade-level colleagues to plan and implement curricula.
- Address students’ social-emotional needs and with daily lessons and activities to promote student well-being and belongingness. Support Chandler’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Use Chandler’s informational and educational technology resources to assist in teaching, curriculum development and mapping, grading and reporting and record keeping.
- Monitor and impact student progress and effectively communicate with parents through a variety or platforms, including scheduled parent-teacher conferences and report cards.
- Organize and accompany students on field trips. Coordinate co-curricular activities with room parents and colleagues. Support schoolwide events and promote school-home and school-community partnerships.
- Coordinate, review and develop lesson plans and curriculum maps with grade-level colleagues under the direction of the Lower School Director. There are three classes or approximately 15-17 students in grades K-2 and two classes of no more than 24 students in grades 3-5.
- Fulfill supervisory duties, attend meetings, engage in professional development and participate on committees as assigned by the Lower School Director.
- In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, an employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, or related field from an accredited institution
- Teaching credential or certificate in elementary education preferred
- Minimum of two years of classroom teaching, preferably with lower school students
- Experience teaching in an independent school is a plus
- Experience partnering with families to support student learning and growth
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
Environment and Working Conditions:
- Works in a classroom and school environment with occasional outdoor supervision duties.
- Ability to lift and carry items such as sports equipment or activity supplies, typically up to 30 pounds.
- Regular bending, stooping, kneeling, or crouching to interact with children at their level, assist with activities, or manage supplies.
- Works in an environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges and a varied and diverse array of contacts;
- Ability to move around the school campus, including walking, standing, sitting, bending, and reaching for extended periods.
- Willingness and ability to supervise children in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, or rain, during outdoor play or field trips.
- Moderate noise levels typical of a school environment, including student conversations, classroom activities, and occasional events.
- Standard school-day schedule, with occasional evening or weekend work for special events, meetings, or professional development.
Application Process
Interested candidates should send a resume to Laura Reardon at lreardon@chandlerschool.org.
Compensation and Benefits Overview:
Our comprehensive package is designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our employees
- Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans available to employees and their dependents. Chandler School pays up to 50% of dependent care coverage.
- Retirement Plan: Participation in a 403 (b) plan with employer contributions up to 10% of salary.
- Vacation accrual is available to non-faculty employees. Personal and sick days available to all employees in addition to 15 paid holidays.
- Professional Development: Access to ongoing training opportunities and reimbursement for relevant certifications.
- Wellness & Connectivity Support: Every employee receives a wellness and connectivity stipend.
Chandler School is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are evaluated without consideration of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Visit the Chandler website at www.chandlerschool.org.
