Lower School Homeroom Teacher

Lower School Homeroom Teacher

Calvert School, an independent lower and middle school, is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and student-centered Homeroom Teacher for its Lower School for the 2026-27 school year. Calvert School inspires each child to lead a life of purpose by providing a strong foundation in academic skills and character development. Students learn and grow in a joyful and nurturing community that cultivates intellectual curiosity, confidence, and a deep appreciation for learning.

The campus is located in Tuscany-Canterbury, a residential neighborhood in Baltimore City, just north of Johns Hopkins University.

Homeroom teachers are responsible for the daily instruction of reading, math, composition, history, geography, and other content areas. The Calvert curriculum cultivates curiosity and challenges all of our students, creating lifelong learners who strive to achieve mastery in all their academic pursuits. Teachers also manage daily classroom affairs, communicate with parents, collaborate with grade-level teams, and participate as field trip chaperones, coaches, club advisors, and on school committees.

• Serve as the primary classroom teacher and advisor for a homeroom of Lower School students.
• Design and implement developmentally appropriate, engaging, and differentiated lessons.
• Create a positive classroom culture that supports social-emotional learning and community building.
• Assess student learning and provide timely, meaningful feedback.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with families regarding student progress and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with grade-level colleagues, specialists, and learning support staff.
• Maintain accurate records, write progress reports, and participate in conferences.
• Support school-wide initiatives, events, and professional responsibilities.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.

• Bachelor’s degree in elementary education or related field required; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Prior experience teaching elementary-aged students.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of best practices in elementary instruction and assessment.

Calvert School offers a competitive salary ranging from $50,000 to $70,000, with higher salaries for teachers with additional experience and advanced degrees. Benefits include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans, as well as generous leave that includes paid holidays, sick, and personal leave days.