Upper Elementary Teacher

The Miquon School, a Progressive, non-sectarian independent school serving grades N-6, is seeking a full-time teacher to teach in one of its upper elementary classroom groups starting in the 2026-27 school year.

The salary will be commensurate with experience, and the position reports directly to the Associate Head of School for Teaching and Learning.

The Role

Miquon teachers work to support the intellectual and social/emotional development of children as individuals and members of a community in collaboration with our students' families.

Each classroom has two teachers who are responsible for providing instruction for their group together. The two work collaboratively in planning and delivering instruction.

Teachers are responsible for developing and implementing curriculum in mathematics, language arts, and social studies, and working collaboratively with an in-classroom teaching partner and six specialist teachers (Art, Library, Music, Science, Spanish, P.E.), learning support coordinators, and other support staff.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement curriculum in mathematics, language arts, and social studies
• Work collaboratively with an in-classroom teaching partner and specialist teachers
• Design and implement a classroom environment that honors play and experiential learning
• Foster strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues

• At least three years teaching experience with upper elementary grade ages/adolescents
• A deep understanding of, and demonstrated commitment to, Progressive education, pedagogy, and values as well as a passion for learning
• Nurture the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of our elementary age/young adolescent students
• Proven experience in designing and implementing curriculum
• Able to work collaboratively with colleagues and specialist teachers