Lead Upper Elementary Teacher

Job Summary:
St. Hilda’s & St. Hugh’s School seeks an experienced Lead Upper Elementary Teacher, starting in September 2026.  We seek an enthusiastic and collegial teacher with experience in the middle elementary school grades.

The Lead Upper Elementary School Teacher is responsible for leading instructional practices within the upper division, ensuring high-quality education, and supporting both teachers and students in achieving academic excellence. This role combines classroom teaching with leadership duties, including curriculum development, staff mentoring, and maintaining a positive learning environment.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in education, including a Master's degree and at least three years of teaching experience. They should be highly skilled at establishing effective rapport with students, parents, and colleagues. They should be dedicated to nurturing the passions and talents of their students; developing each student’s skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to build, assess, and integrate curriculum across disciplines. They should be dedicated to fostering student success and well-being beyond their classroom.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field (Master’s preferred
• Several years of teaching experience at the elementary level
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development and instructional strategies

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to inspire and motivate both students and staff
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Organizational and time-management skills

Work Environment:

• School-based setting (elementary level)
• May require participation in after-school events, meetings, and professional development sessions

  About St. Hilda's and St. Hugh's School

  St. Hilda’s & St. Hugh’s is an independent, Episcopal school for children in beginners through grade 8. Founded in 1950, the school endeavors to create and educate a community diverse in race, culture, and religious beliefs, preparing our students to make meaningful contributions to our global society. It is located in the Morningside Heights community of Manhattan. 

  In compliance with federal, state, and local laws, St. Hilda’s & St. Hugh’s does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, marital status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, or any other program administered by the school.

Salary : $68,000 - $80,000