1st Grade Teacher

Gladwyne Elementary School; Gladwyne (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gladwyne Elementary School in Gladwyne, Pennsylvania is hiring a 1st Grade Teacher to join the Lower Merion School District.

The role requires PA Elementary Education certification, the ability to differentiate instruction to meet students' needs, and compliance with Act 48 credits; starting with the 2026-27 school year. Child abuse, PA State Police and FBI clearances are required before hire.

Qualifications

• PA Elementary Education certification required.
• Out-of-state educators should explore PA reciprocity guidelines set by the PA Department of Education.
• Clearances (Child abuse, PA State Police and FBI) required prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Teach 1st grade following district curriculum.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Maintain compliance with Act 48 credits requirements.
• Secure required clearances prior to start date.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Education

PA Elementary Education Certification

Job description

Lower Merion School District Gladwyne Elementary School - Gladwyne, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

1st Grade Teacher

Lower Merion School District Gladwyne Elementary School - Gladwyne, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Lower Merion School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5940388

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Lower Merion School District is hiring a 1st Grade Teacher at Gladwyne Elementary.

PA Elementary Education certification required. Out-of-state educators should explore PA's reciprocity guidelines set by the PA Department of Education. Pennsylvania Certification information is available at https://www.education.pa.gov/Educators/Certification/OutOfState/Pages/default.aspx

Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students required. Good standing relative to Act 48 credits. Child abuse, PA State Police and FBI clearances (no less than one year from date of hire)

Thisis a contract position beginning in the 2026-27 school year.

Salary and benefits set by LMEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

This posting can close anytime at the discretion of the district.

The District strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race; color; creed; religion; sex; age; national origin; ethnicity; marital status; sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity; honorably discharged veteran or military status; the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability; or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability. Please contact Kyra Gordon for accommodation requests at [e-mail] .

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Elementary

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