3rd Grade Teacher

Job Opening: Third Grade School Teacher, 2026-27 School Year

St. Martin's-in-the-Field Episcopal School is an accredited, co-educational independent day school in Severna Park, MD, enrolling 240 students (Preschool-8th Grade). St. Martin's promotes a love of inquiry, a sustaining faith, a call to service, and a generous spirit open to new ideas. Our school encourages each individual to grow in Confidence, Compassion, and Character.

St. Martin’s is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Third Grade Teacher to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will be energetic, flexible, and child-focused and will have a genuine interest in joining a small and collaborative school community and providing a positive learning experience for each student. This person would also embrace the families at the school and demonstrate a passion for helping children develop socially, emotionally, spiritually, and physically.

Position: Third Grade Teacher
Location: St. Martin’s -in-the-Field Episcopal School, Severna Park, MD
Start Date: August 2026

Salary Range: $46,000 – $53,500

Position Overview:

The Teacher will be responsible for planning and implementing engaging lessons in all subject areas, including math, reading, writing, science, and social studies. This role will require effective classroom management, fostering positive student relationships, and collaborating with colleagues to support the academic and social development of our students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement engaging, student-centered lesson plans
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Assess student progress and provide regular feedback to parents and guardians
• Adapt instructional practices to meet the diverse needs of students
• Foster social-emotional development through activities, discussions, and positive interactions
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to enhance student learning
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences, staff meetings, and professional development

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or related field
• Teaching certification preferred (but not required)
• Experience teaching kindergarten-4th grade (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum and instructional strategies
• Excellent communication, organizational, and classroom management skills
• A passion for teaching and a genuine commitment to student success

Physical Demands:

The position requires the ability to perform various physical tasks, including walking, climbing stairs, running, standing, bending, and reaching. Candidates must be able to actively participate in all activities related to the role.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to hbosanko@stmartinsmd.org. For more information about St. Martin’s -in-the-Field Episcopal School and our programs, please visit https://stmartinsmd.org/.

Compensation:

Compensation aligns with AIMS medians for comparable schools. We offer a full range of benefits including health, dental, and vision, 403b, paid time off plus school holidays.

More About St. Martin’s

Mission Statement: We seek to inspire in students a love of inquiry, a sustaining faith, and a generous spirit open to ideas, peoples of the world, and a call to service. At our Episcopal school, students discover who they are as learners, leaders, and friends. We create a welcoming community encouraging each individual to grow in Confidence, Compassion and Character, grounded in the knowledge that each is a child of God.

Statement of Inclusion: We seek to embrace and promote diversity among our students, faculty, administration and trustees. Our learning community recognizes and respects the diversity of modern society; we provide our students with opportunities to gain exposure to a multicultural curriculum that celebrates individual differences. All students are considered without regard to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, and national or ethnic origin.

Employment Philosophy: St. Martin’s-in-the-Field Episcopal School is an equal opportunity employer. The School does not discriminate on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, disability, or sexual orientation in the administration of its education programs, admission policies, employment practices, financial aid programs, or any other school programs or activities. St. Martin's is committed to an equitable program and a diverse faculty and student body. We actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds.

Pay: $46,000.00 - $53,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $46,000 - $53,500