Interim 1st–2nd Grade Teacher — Small Class, Big Impact

The Mead School; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mead School for Human Development seeks an interim Grade 1-2 teacher to cover November 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027 in a co-taught classroom serving first and second grade students.

The ideal candidate will bring strong Language Arts instruction, experience with lower elementary readers, and a commitment to social-emotional development. The school emphasizes small classes and project-based learning, with collaboration across specialists.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Language Arts in a lower elementary classroom.
• Orton-Gillingham inspired phonics programs preferred.
• 3+ years of teaching experience required.
• Candidates should hold or be working toward a Master’s Degree in Teaching and/or certification in Elementary Education.

Responsibilities

• Teach Language Arts, Social Studies, and mathematics to 1st–2nd grade students.
• Collaborate with specialists for expressive arts, wellness, and social-emotional skill-building.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learners and needs.
• Work with Grades 1–2 team on integrated curriculum and project-based learning.
• Build authentic relationships with students and families.

Skills

Language Arts instruction

Differentiated instruction

Social-emotional development

Reading education

Project-based learning

Education

Master’s Degree in Teaching

Certification in Elementary Education

Tools

Orton-Gillingham

Job description

The Mead School for Human Development seeks an interim Grade 1-2 teacher to cover November 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027 in a co-taught classroom serving first and second grade students.

The ideal candidate will bring strong Language Arts instruction, experience with lower elementary readers, and a commitment to social-emotional development. The school emphasizes small classes and project-based learning, with collaboration across specialists.