Paternity Leave: Second Grade Lead Teacher at Sonoma County Day School
Application Deadline
8/14/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/14/2026
Contact
SCDS Employment
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$70,000 -
$115,000
Bi-weekly
Add'l Salary Info
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience, with an annualized range of $70,000–$115,000, prorated for the duration of the appointment.
Length of Work Year
October 12-December 18
Employment Type
Part Time
Job Summary
Job Summary
We seek an enthusiastic, nurturing, and skilled educator to serve as a Second Grade Lead Teacher during a paternity leave. The ideal candidate loves working with young children, understands their developmental needs, and values the unique contributions of every student in the classroom community.
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Minimum of three years of elementary teaching experience, preferably in early elementary grades
- B.A. or B.S. degree with significant coursework in mathematics, reading, and writing
- Advanced degree in education strongly preferred
- Experience teaching foundational literacy and numeracy skills
How to Apply:
Please do not call the school. If you are interested in this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and names of three references to Shaun McTigue, Lower School Division Head, at hr@scds.org. Please reference “First Grade Lead Teacher” in the subject line of your email.
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Minimum of three years of elementary teaching experience, preferably in early elementary grades
- B.A. or B.S. degree with significant coursework in mathematics, reading, and writing
- Advanced degree in education strongly preferred
- Experience teaching foundational literacy and numeracy skills
How to Apply:
Please do not call the school. If you are interested in this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and names of three references to Shaun McTigue, Lower School Division Head, at hr@scds.org. Please reference “First Grade Lead Teacher” in the subject line of your email.
Comments and Other Information
The Second Grade Lead Teacher will provide instruction across core subject areas, with particular emphasis on:
- Foundational literacy (reading comprehension, writing development, spelling, and grammar)
- Mathematics instruction, including conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and skill development
Candidates should be strong writers and effective communicators who can model clear thinking and language for students. The successful teacher will design and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that support a wide range of learners through multiple instructional strategies and learning modalities.
Assessing student progress, differentiating instruction within the classroom, and applying current best practices in elementary education are essential. Creating a warm, structured, and inclusive classroom environment that supports both academic growth and social-emotional development is central to this role.
Collaboration and Community
Strong communication with parents, students, and colleagues is critical. The Second Grade Lead Teacher will collaborate closely with a dedicated associate teacher and specialists to ensure continuity of instruction and care during the leave period.
Professional Expectations
The successful candidate will:
- Demonstrate a deep commitment to the education and well-being of young learners
- Foster a safe, caring, and supportive classroom community
- Treat all members of the school community with fairness, dignity, and respect
- Recognize and value cultural and developmental differences
- Maintain high professional and ethical standards
- Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
- Demonstrate strong organization, flexibility, and adaptability
- Accept constructive feedback and engage in reflective practice
- Embrace innovation, collaboration, and ongoing professional growth
Comments and Other Information
The Second Grade Lead Teacher will provide instruction across core subject areas, with particular emphasis on:
- Foundational literacy (reading comprehension, writing development, spelling, and grammar)
- Mathematics instruction, including conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and skill development
Candidates should be strong writers and effective communicators who can model clear thinking and language for students. The successful teacher will design and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that support a wide range of learners through multiple instructional strategies and learning modalities.
Assessing student progress, differentiating instruction within the classroom, and applying current best practices in elementary education are essential. Creating a warm, structured, and inclusive classroom environment that supports both academic growth and social-emotional development is central to this role.
Collaboration and Community
Strong communication with parents, students, and colleagues is critical. The Second Grade Lead Teacher will collaborate closely with a dedicated associate teacher and specialists to ensure continuity of instruction and care during the leave period.
Professional Expectations
The successful candidate will:
- Demonstrate a deep commitment to the education and well-being of young learners
- Foster a safe, caring, and supportive classroom community
- Treat all members of the school community with fairness, dignity, and respect
- Recognize and value cultural and developmental differences
- Maintain high professional and ethical standards
- Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
- Demonstrate strong organization, flexibility, and adaptability
- Accept constructive feedback and engage in reflective practice
- Embrace innovation, collaboration, and ongoing professional growth
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Salary : $70,000 - $115,000
