Lower School Teacher (Grades 1-5)

AIM Academy is seeking a dedicated, passionate, and experienced educator to join our team as a full-time Lower School Teacher (Grades 1-5) for the 26/27 school year.

At AIM, collaboration is key. Lower School teachers engage in regular discussions to review student work, participate in peer observations, share best practices, and assess student progress. Teachers also strive to maintain positive relationships with students and their families, ensuring clear, consistent, and culturally-responsive communication throughout the year and during several annual family conferences.

Responsibilities include:

• Implementing AIM's curriculum with fidelity
• Utilizing Lower School routines and procedures with consistency
• Crafting detailed narrative comments at the end of each marking period
• Developing lesson plans, homework assignments, and assessments for reading, writing, math, and Wilson Reading System
• Attending regular faculty meetings
• Ordering instructional materials and supplies
• Participating in community-building events

The ideal candidate will hold certification in Elementary/Special Education and ideally have Wilson Reading System certification. Previous experience teaching students with language-based learning differences and familiarity with the Responsive Classroom approach is preferred.

AIM Academy values a culture of equity and inclusion, and candidates should be willing to engage in open dialogue, question assumptions, and attune to all voices.

• Certification in Elementary/Special Education
• Wilson Reading System certification (ideal)
• Previous experience teaching students with language-based learning differences
• Familiarity with the Responsive Classroom approach