Lower School Assistant Teacher

School Overview

Founded in 1867, Rowland Hall is an independent school in Salt Lake City serving approximately 1,000 students in preschool through twelfth grade. Driven by our vision of developing people the world needs, we believe in a transformational education that gives students agency and purpose, connects them to their global community, and empowers them to make the world a better place for all. 

Rowland Hall sets the standard for teaching and learning excellence through our academic and co-curricular programs, including experiential learning opportunities, artistic self-expression, and a competitive athletic program that challenges students inside and outside the classroom. We foster curiosity, compassion, joy throughout the learning process, and graduate young adults who know how to think critically and are inspired to make a difference. 

Located near the base of the stunning Wasatch Mountain Range and adjacent to the University of Utah, a world-class research university and medical center, Rowland Hall attracts a diverse community of families. The school focuses on recruiting and retaining high-quality employees by offering extensive professional development opportunities, competitive salaries with local districts and market rates, and a close-knit, supportive community. 

The Lower School

Guided by the mission of the school and Rowland Hall’s strategic plan, the Lower School is a place of joyful learning. The Lower School faculty is composed of caring and knowledgeable teachers who are passionate about elementary education, skillful in creating learning environments in which young students can thrive, and committed to continuous and collaborative professional growth. Lower School teachers, students, and families value the strong sense of community established in grades 1-5, and the unique learning experiences that the school provides each student, via the classroom curriculum, through our Specialties Program (Science, TREC, Art, Music, PE, Spanish, Library), and in our Ethical Education and Social-Emotional Learning Program.

Position Summary

The Lower School seeks an Assistant Teacher to join our Teaching Team. The Assistant Teacher collaborates with lead teachers in creating a warm, joyful, and organized classroom community, establishing routines and building relationships with children and families.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Collaborates with lead teachers in planning, execution, and assessment of the curriculum.
• Collaborates with the Student Support Team (Division Heads, Emotional Support Counselor, Director of Learning Services, Learning Specialist) to support each child and collaborate with families. 
• Under the guidance of lead teachers, conducts activities with large and small groups of children, or with individuals. 
• Uses positive guidance, offering children plenty of helpful feedback, and exhibiting patience, empathy, and respect.
• Collaborates with lead teachers in the assessment of learners, as well as preparation for parent-teacher conferences, progress reports, and other communications on students’ learning.
• Supervise students during daily transitions, recess, lunch, and in specialty spaces, helping to maintain a safe, consistent, and developmentally appropriate environment.
• Possibility of delivering weekly social/emotional curricular lessons in collaboration with the Emotional Support Counselor.
• Engages in the professional learning community at Rowland Hall by attending all required meetings, attending workshops/conferences to improve practice, and participating in the process of teacher evaluation in collaboration with the Assistant Head of Lower School.
• Follow policies and procedures as outlined in the Policy and Procedure Manual 
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Lower School program

Skills and Requirements

• A love of and deep respect for young children as learners and people, through difficult and joyful moments alike
• Demonstrated cultural competence and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; proven ability to work successfully with individuals from a wide range of cultural backgrounds and belief systems.
• Knowledge of developmentally-appropriate practices with young learners
• Flexibility and readiness to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks and demands on attention 
• Proficient computer skills, as well as strong oral and solid written communication skills
• An openness to making mistakes and trying new things 
• Good cheer, humor, and warmth, balanced by professionalism and sound judgment
• A Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Elementary Education or a related field
• Successful teaching experience with young children is preferred. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Facility with Google suite, iOS

The requirements listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• lift up to 35 pounds
• be able to move around a classroom and outdoor space easily to support students in their work;
• work in a team environment to support the strategic priorities of the school and be able to contribute in an organized and productive manner as a team member of student support, grade level, division, and all school groups;
• be able to communicate appropriately and effectively with constituents, including students, families, and colleagues
• exhibit classroom management and organizational skills that balance a fun, creative environment for students while maintaining a safe learning environment.

Additional Information

This is a full-time exempt position, reporting to the Head of Lower School. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2026.

For more information about the school, please visit rowlandhall.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rowland Hall is an equal opportunity employer, and as such, believes that each individual is entitled to equal opportunity without regard to sex, color, race, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state anti-discrimination laws. Rowland Hall’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotion, training, discipline, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.