Lower School Teacher

Lower School Teacher

Reports to Head of Lower School.

Qualified candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years of teaching or related experience. Coursework leading toward a graduate degree or completion of a graduate degree is preferred. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with grade‑level partners and the Lower School team, have in‑depth knowledge and understanding of elementary education, and support the educational program by challenging and engaging students.

Ideally, the candidate would be familiar with mathematical instruction rooted in problem‑solving and critical thinking, social and emotional learning, and language arts practices that reflect current research. They would also be able to facilitate differentiated lessons and provide an atmosphere in which children feel safe, engaged, supported, and challenged.

• Establish a developmentally appropriate, positive, and safe learning environment that is conducive to learning
• Adapt the educational program to the needs of individual children with consideration for their interests, unique talents, and individual styles of learning
• Assist children as they take on leadership roles in the school community by modeling and guiding respectful and responsible behavior
• Employ a variety of differentiated instructional techniques, instructional media, and performance assessments, which guide the learning process toward curricular goals and student growth
• Use technology to promote learning, collaboration, and creativity
• Prepare professionally written communication in a timely manner with families through monthly newsletters, biannual student narrative reports, and email updates as needed
• Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to collaborate with colleagues
• Show enthusiasm, creativity, innovation, and the ability to manage classroom behavior
• Contribute professionally to faculty committees and pursue continual growth as an educator
• Attend weekly Lower School faculty meetings
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required; a graduate degree in education is a plus
• A minimum of two years working in elementary education or a related field
• Highly effective planning, organization, and time‑management skills
• Strong communication skills, both in writing and speaking
• A growth mindset and openness to feedback

Salary Range: $53,000-$95,000 commensurate with experience with a comprehensive benefits package including tuition remission for dependents of the employee.

Lake Forest Country Day School seeks and embraces diversity among our faculty, staff, and student body. LFCDS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, religion, marital status, disability, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, order of protection status, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.