Lower School Co-Teacher

Bullis School seeks a Lower School Co-Teacher for the 2026–27 academic year to partner with a Lower School homeroom teacher in supporting young learners within a caring, inclusive, and joyful classroom community. This educator will partner closely with a homeroom teacher to facilitate student learning and development throughout the school day. The Lower School Co-Teacher plays an integral role in classroom life, providing both instructional and logistical support to ensure that each child thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. This role is ideal for an educator who finds joy in working with young learners and values collaboration as a cornerstone of effective teaching. This is a full-time, 10-month position reporting to the Head of Lower School.

About the Role  The Lower School Co-Teacher is immersed in all aspects of the school day — supporting classroom instruction, transitions, specials, lunch, recess, and other duties as needed. In partnership with the homeroom teacher, the Co-Teacher helps create and maintain a healthy, safe, and inclusive learning environment where curiosity, creativity, and confidence flourish. The Co-Teacher works closely with students in one-on-one and small group settings, reinforcing lessons, listening to students read, guiding inquiry, and supporting skill development. In addition to instructional responsibilities, the Co-Teacher assists with classroom organization, materials preparation, and daily routines that allow the homeroom teacher to focus on instruction and student growth.

Working at Bullis means being a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits that make it an ideal place to build a thriving career.

If you are passionate about education and want to make a difference in the lives of young individuals, we want to hear from you!

Essential Functions

• Assist the homeroom teacher in organizing and maintaining a healthy, safe, and inclusive learning environment. 
• Supervise students in the classroom, playgrounds, hallways, and on the field
• Assist with transitions to specials
• Lead one-on-one or small group instruction with students - listening while students read, reviewing or reinforcing class lessons, or helping them find information for assignments
• Prepare lesson materials, set up and operate audiovisual equipment, stock supplies, and keep the classroom clean, safe, and inviting
• Prepare and present displays of students' work/ bulletin boards as requested by the homeroom teacher
• Take over classroom duties when the homeroom teacher is out of the classroom
• Be proactive in matters relating to health and safety
• Use positive behavior reinforcement and developmentally appropriate guidance strategies to encourage appropriate behavior

Other Duties

• Supplemental duties such as carpool, recess, lunch, and hallway monitor
• Attends school-wide, divisional, and departmental meetings
• Other tasks as assigned by the Head of Lower School

Qualities of a Lower School Co-Teacher

• Appreciates and respects elementary-aged students as learners and people through challenging and joyful moments alike
• Knowledgeable about developmental milestones and possesses a deep belief in learning that fosters curiosity, creativity, and confidence through hands-on lessons and activities
• Demonstrates a consistent commitment and knowledge to work with, teach, and lead groups of diverse individuals in respectful, equitable, and inclusive ways
• Collaborative and able to work smoothly and closely with homeroom teachers
• Displays good cheer, humor, listening skills, patience, and warmth balanced by professionalism and sound judgment
• Detail-oriented and organized with the capacity to manage multiple tasks, record-keeping, and demands for attention effectively and efficiently

Education and Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education or related field

Preferred:

• Experience teaching in a technology-rich environment, including iPad integration 
• Experience with a structured literacy program which includes phonics instruction, Writer’s Workshop and inquiry-based learning

Compensation and benefits are competitive, with an anticipated salary range of $55,000 to $65,000.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-provided basic life insurance
• Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) employer match and safe harbor contribution, up to 7% of annual compensation

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000