Lower School Head Teacher

Position Summary and Overview

The Churchill School & Center, a K-12 school for students with language-based learning disabilities, is seeking a Head Teacher in the Lower School Division for the  school year. Reporting to the LS Division Director, the Head Teacher is responsible for delivering instruction that is developmentally appropriate and responsive to the needs of students with language-based learning disabilities. The Head Teacher serves as the lead educator in the classroom and works collaboratively with Assistant Teacher(s), Grade Lead and Department Coordinator, related service providers, and specialists to support student learning.

Head Teachers are responsible for planning, instruction, classroom culture, communication, maintaining student records, and classroom leadership. This role also includes intentional mentorship, modeling of best practices, and ongoing feedback to the Assistant Teacher assigned to the classroom.

• Overtly support and act in accordance with the school’s mission and values (kindness, respect, integrity, perseverance, responsibility).
• Foster a safe, predictable, and supportive environment for students.
• Interact with colleagues in a respectful and collegial manner that fosters a healthy faculty culture.
• Appropriately carry out specific assignments as determined by the supervisor.
• Uphold professional standards of personal presentation, punctuality, professional courtesy, and discretion.
• Honor the confidentiality of school, student, and family information.
• Comply with all school policies and procedures as articulated in the school’s faculty handbook.
• Authentically engage in self-reflection and annual personal and professional growth.

• Plan and implement lessons in assigned subject and content areas using developmentally appropriate, multisensory, and structured teaching practices.
• Modify curriculum and instructional materials to meet the diverse needs of students with language-based learning disabilities.
• Utilize educational technology to enhance instruction, engagement, and accessibility.
• Design and implement assessments to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions.

• Maintain an organized, consistent classroom management system in alignment with Lower School policies.
• Supervise students during group activities, lunch, recess, transition, and other duties as assigned, facilitating social skills and problem‑solving when appropriate.

• Engage in collaborative planning with all members of the instructional team, emphasizing the individual needs of learners (assessments, homework, lessons, accommodations, and supports).
• Communicate regularly and professionally with colleagues to ensure alignment across content areas and student support services.
• Initiate and maintain ongoing communication with families regarding student progress, concerns, and successes.
• Attend relevant staff meetings, professional development, and school events as required.
• Maintain accurate student records, including grading, report cards, conference notes, and attendance.

• Lead daily homeroom meetings.
• Participate and supervise community building activities.
• Support the development of students’ executive functioning skills.
• Schedule and facilitate three parent conference days per year.
• Coordinate required materials for and attend CSE meetings, when appropriate.

• Create and sustain an atmosphere of teamwork and shared responsibility within the classroom.
• Hold regular planning meetings with the Assistant Teacher(s).
• Offer timely, constructive feedback following lessons and model effective teaching practices and classroom management strategies.
• Ensure Assistant Teacher(s) have opportunities for growth to advance their classroom skills.

* Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have:

• BA or BS Degree in Elementary Education or Special Education; MA or MS preferred
• NYS Teacher Certification in relevant content preferred
• Familiarity with Singapore Approach and…