At a Glance Position Title: Lower Elementary Teacher
Position Type: Full time
Pay Range: $52,000 - $70,000, Salary commensurate with experience
Start Date: 08/01/2026
Position Summary The Bryn Mawr School seeks a full time, growth-minded Lower Elementary teacher to begin August, 2026.
Requirements of the position: - Plan and implement high-quality instruction in Reading, Writing, Math, and Social Studies, tailored to diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Deliver phonics instruction using principles of the science of reading.
- Teach math using a Singapore math approach.
- Exhibit strong classroom management skills, creating a nurturing and productive learning environment.
- Foster a love of learning, independence, and personal responsibility while meeting the developmental and academic needs of students.
- Utilize both formal and informal assessments to monitor progress, adjust instruction, and identify areas for growth.
- Build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Reflect on teaching practice, pursue professional growth opportunities, and remain open to feedback.
- Incorporate technology in intentional ways.
- Collaborate with support staff and grade-level teams to create optimal learning environments for all students.
Additional responsibilities: - Perform assigned teacher duties such as recess, carpool and lunch duties.
- Attend faculty meetings and scheduled professional days.
- Pursue professional development opportunities.
Qualifications/Skills/Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education
- 3-5 years teaching experience, preferred
- Desire and ability to work with Lower School students with diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Facility with using a variety of pedagogical strategies.
- Experience teaching phonics of reading using a research-based approach; UFLI preferred.
- Experience teaching math using the Singapore model.
- Ability to organize tasks and manage time effectively.
- Willingness to support the life of the school community beyond classroom teaching.
- Commitment to using conversation norms and constructive engagement at all times.
Salary and Benefits The Bryn Mawr School follows a Faculty Salary Scale. Compensation will depend on various factors.
Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA
Employee Assistance Program
Graduate School/Professional Development funding
403(b) Retirement Plan with an employer contribution
Legal Resources, Aflac, pet insurance
Life and disability insurance. Paid sick and personal leave.
Opportunities to participate in extracurricular programs are available.
