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 2026-2027 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.
Essential Expectations
- 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.
Duties and Responsibilities*
Instructional Planning and Teaching
- Develop and implement lesson plans that meet the needs of students with language-based learning disabilities.
- Deliver instruction that is developmentally appropriate and responsive to the needs of students.
Classroom Culture and Leadership
- Maintain a safe, predictable, and supportive classroom environment.
- Model and promote positive behavior and social skills.
Communication and Collaboration
- Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and students.
- Collaborate with Assistant Teacher(s), Grade Lead and Department Coordinator, related service providers, and specialists to support student learning.
