Lower School Head Teacher

Association of Independent Schools of Greater Washington; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established independent school is seeking a passionate Lower School Head Teacher to join their nurturing community. This role focuses on fostering the social, emotional, and intellectual growth of students in grades 1-5, utilizing inquiry-based and social-emotional learning methods. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and previous teaching experience, along with strong communication skills and a commitment to collaboration. With a supportive environment and excellent professional development opportunities, this position is perfect for educators who are dedicated to shaping curious and confident learners.

Benefits

Highly competitive salaries

Excellent benefits

Robust professional development opportunities

Tuition remission for faculty and staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in education.
• Previous teaching experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in core content areas for grades 1-5.
• Collaborate with special subject teachers for integrated units.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Technology integration

Collaboration with colleagues

Passion for working with children

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree in education

Job description

The Langley School, a Preschool-8 independent school in McLean, Virginia, seeks a Lower School Head teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Grounded in a deep respect for childhood, The Langley School offers a warm, welcoming community and an exceptional academic program that uniquely combines inquiry-based learning and social-emotional learning for students in preschool through eighth grade. Since 1942, Langley has shaped curious, confident, resilient leaders, thinkers, and creators who are prepared to thrive in the nation’s top high schools and beyond. Langley attracts and retains talented faculty who support the whole child, are excited to be leaders in teaching and learning, and enjoy working in a diverse, highly collaborative setting. Teachers at Langley are committed to the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical growth of each student and foster a nurturing, engaging learning environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Guided by the theory and practice of the Responsive Classroom, our lower school head teachers focus on the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of each child to create a nurturing and stimulating environment in which to learn. Lower school head teachers in grades one and two provide instruction in core content areas (math, reading/phonics, writing and social studies). Lower school head teachers in grades three through five are departmentalized and provide instruction in one of three core content areas (math, reading, or writing/social studies) in addition to serving as a homeroom teacher for one section of students. All lower school head teachers work collaboratively with special subject teachers in science, world languages, music, art, technology, library, and physical education to create integrated units of study.

The Langley School offers highly competitive salaries, excellent benefits, robust professional development opportunities, and tuition remission for faculty and staff.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education preferred
• Previous teaching experience required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills,
• Comfort with integrating technology into the curriculum
• Interest in collaborating with colleagues,
• Passion for working with children required

To Apply:

Please send a cover letter and resume to Jessica Robinson, Head of Lower School, at [e-mail]. Please write “Lower School Head Teacher” in the subject line.

No phone calls, please.

The Langley School believes that a diverse school community promotes learning and growth, preparing students for responsible and compassionate global citizenship. The school administers all programs and policies without discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected status.