Junior Kindergarten Lead Teacher - Leave Replacement

Grace Church School; United States; On-site; USD 68,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace Church School in New York City seeks a nurturing and collaborative Junior Kindergarten Head Teacher leave replacement for the 2026-2027 year. Reporting to the Director of Early Childhood, you will join a team that values joyful instruction, inclusive practices, and strong family partnerships.

The role emphasizes classroom leadership, curriculum planning, and mentoring a JK Associate Teacher, with a focus on anti-bias education and culturally responsive teaching in a diverse setting.

Qualifications

• Strong classroom management and collaborative mindset.
• Commitment to professional growth and family partnership.
• Ability to work with diverse communities and antiracist pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a warm and inviting classroom community.
• Guide, train, and support a Junior Kindergarten Associate Teacher.
• Develop, plan, and teach all homeroom curriculum across disciplines.
• Collaborate with grade-level team members to enhance curriculum and address equity.

Skills

Classroom management

Family partnership

Cultural competency

Flexibility

Professional growth

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Grace Church School in New York City seeks a nurturing and collaborative Junior Kindergarten Head Teacher leave replacement for the 2026-2027 year. Reporting to the Director of Early Childhood, you will join a team that values joyful instruction, inclusive practices, and strong family partnerships.

The role emphasizes classroom leadership, curriculum planning, and mentoring a JK Associate Teacher, with a focus on anti-bias education and culturally responsive teaching in a diverse setting.