About Us
The Fessenden School is an all-boys independent day and boarding school serving approximately 540 students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 9 in West Newton, MA. Our mission is to cultivate each boy’s talents and develop in balance his character, mind, and body in an inclusive and joyful community.
For more than 100 years, The Fessenden School has offered state-of-the-art facilities, a dynamic curriculum, and programs specifically designed to meet the educational and developmental needs of boys.
Position Summary
The Fessenden School seeks a dynamic and collaborative Third Grade Teacher to join our Lower School faculty. The Third Grade Teacher guides a class of approximately 14–17 boys through an engaging and joyful learning experience that fosters academic growth, character development, and curiosity.
The Third Grade Teacher serves as the homeroom teacher and teaches core subjects including math, social studies, reading, language arts, and character education, while working closely with specialist teachers in science, Spanish, library, music, art, and physical education.
At Fessenden, we strive to create classrooms where boys are known, supported, and challenged. Teachers foster inclusive learning environments that reflect the School’s mission and core values of honesty, compassion, and respect, while supporting the developmental needs and learning styles of boys.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Teach and Inspire
