The Galloway School is seeking a committed, experienced educator to join our team as a Fourth Grade Teacher beginning August 2025.

 

As a Fourth Grade Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering curriculum in core subjects, with a focus on developing students' critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Through engaging and differentiated learning experiences, you will challenge students based on their individual needs, encouraging growth and a deeper understanding of concepts. This curriculum is designed to expand students' knowledge through research, real-world application, and relevant connections to their everyday experiences.

 

Core subjects will be taught within a workshop model, utilizing an advanced curriculum that integrates technological skills, project-based activities, and STEM challenges. These methods foster discovery and exploratory learning, while promoting collaboration and student-centered development of ideas and solutions.

 

Each teacher is an integral part of the Upper School team that plans and works closely together.

 

Successful candidates will be those who demonstrate a genuine passion for teaching and a love for working with 9- and 10-year-olds, coupled with a deep understanding of the developmental needs of this age group. They will model a Christ-centered life, possess strong content knowledge in core subjects, and have the ability to teach at an advanced level while integrating high-order thinking skills into their instruction.

  

Responsibilities:

• Teach and manage one classroom of approximately 14 students
• Model and guide students in a Christian environment, promoting values such as responsibility, perseverance, caring, and open-mindedness within our global community
• Implement current pedagogies, including project-based learning, to enhance student engagement and understanding
• Deliver an innovative curriculum that integrates technology and STEM challenges in a meaningful and appropriate way
• Collaborate with grade-level, divisional, and all-school teams to support the educational mission
• Develop and apply cultural competence in both teaching and teamwork
• Communicate effectively with parents and colleagues, both verbally and in writing, to ensure student success
• Participate in various school duties, including carline, recess, lunch, and other related responsibilities as needed
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, energy, initiative, and a commitment to self-reflection in teaching practices
• Motivate and engage students through dynamic, interactive learning experiences

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree or higher
• Valid teaching certification for the grade level applying
• Minimum of two years of full-time teaching experience preferred
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make prudent decisions
• Experience in curriculum planning and development
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with parents, students, and colleagues
• Adaptability and a collaborative team spirit
• A genuine passion for teaching and working with children
• A commitment to lifelong learning, excellence, and professional growth
• A belief in the Christian faith, with a desire to work in a Christian educational environment
• Ability to pass an initial fingerprint and background check and maintain clearance throughout employment