First Grade Teacher - Faith-Based Classroom with Benefits

St Martins Evangelical Lutheran School; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

St. Martin's Evangelical Lutheran School in Annapolis, MD is seeking a passionate First Grade Classroom Teacher to join our faith-based educational community. You will guide young learners through foundational literacy and math while fostering a Christ-centered, nurturing classroom.

This role emphasizes differentiated instruction, strong classroom management, and collaboration with families and staff to support students’ academic, social, and spiritual growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related field is required.
• Maryland teaching certification preferred or eligibility to obtain one.
• Experience teaching early elementary is preferred.
• Strong literacy, phonics, and foundational math instruction.
• Commitment to Lutheran Christian values in daily teaching.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate first grade lessons.
• Foster a faith-integrated classroom environment.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Assess progress and communicate results to parents.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and administration.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and welcoming classroom.
• Participate in school events and professional development.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related field

Maryland State teaching certification preferred or eligibility

Job description

St. Martin's Evangelical Lutheran School in Annapolis, MD is seeking a passionate First Grade Classroom Teacher to join our faith-based educational community. You will guide young learners through foundational literacy and math while fostering a Christ-centered, nurturing classroom.

This role emphasizes differentiated instruction, strong classroom management, and collaboration with families and staff to support students’ academic, social, and spiritual growth.