Renbrook School (West Hartford, CT), an independent day school for children age three to Grade 8, seeks a full-time, experienced Grade 4 Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This position reports to the Head of the Lower School.
The successful candidate will possess the following personal qualities:
A love of children and teaching
Optimism, positivity, and playful sense of humor
A growth mindset with an eye toward continuous improvement
Primary Responsibilities:
Teach in alignment and support of the mission and values of Renbrook School.
Design lessons that are active and interactive; and teach units and educational experiences in collaboration with other grade-level teachers, specialist teachers, and learning specialists.
Use effective and positive teacher language to promote academic and social growth and develop strong rapport with every student and family.
Incorporate students’ cultural identities and lived experiences into the classroom as tools for effective instruction.
Teach in alignment and support of Renbrook’s Diversity and Belonging mission and values.
Collaborate with other faculty, the Head of Lower School, specialists, the school counselor, and/or learning specialists to develop programming and monitor student progress.
Start each day with students in a way that sets a positive tone for learning utilizing Responsive Classroom methods and structures.
Use differentiation to meet the needs of various levels of learners in each classroom.
Build and maintain a professional relationship with parents, providing them with feedback and information through weekly emails, parent/teacher conferences, written Report Cards, and other correspondence as needed.
Actively participate in weekly collaborative planning with grade-level teachers, during faculty meetings, and in fulfilling other responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Lower School.
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Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or related field
Master’s degree in Elementary Education or related field (Preferred)
3+ years of teaching experience in a similar setting
Experience with Responsive Classroom and/or similar teaching methods
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and parents
Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Interested in this position? Submit your application to Renbrook School before the deadline.
