Part-Time 1st-2nd Grade Teacher

We are looking for team members ready to join an innovative learning environment!

Zoe Learning House is a Christian microschool and homeschool enrichment program that integrates hands-on, creative, and inspiring education with outdoor learning and family partnership.

We are looking for academic and enrichment teachers with experience in teaching elementary-aged students in a group setting, and who are positive, teachable, flexible, and excited to be a part of a new approach to education!

*PLEASE NOTE: We are scheduling virtual interviews with candidates who complete our personal application HERE: https://omella.com/7oxt9 *

Position: 2026-2027 Academic Teacher, Focus: Kindergarten and First Grade

Job description: Leading literacy and math instruction for children in the first grade and second grade age ranges, in a mixed age small-group setting; Leading science and social studies lessons in a larger group setting

• 4-Day Monday-Thursday 9:30-3:30
• Plan and deliver literacy and math lessons on Monday through Thursday, with special focus on first grade and second grade levels
• Must have experience teaching reading to these levels: kindergarten through second grade levels
• For our hybrid homeschool students, collaborate with director to pace lessons to be taught at home by parents.
• In collaboration with the director and other teachers, prepare displays or performances for families for periodic showcases, to share and celebrate the students’ projects and work every 4-6 weeks.
• Document classes with a few photos each week of lessons and activities, and upload to the shared drive folder.
• Create a positive and caring classroom environment that is engaging while also setting clear group expectations for the learning community.
• Attend monthly online meeting with Zoe Learning House team to plan and share updates (we have some staff on Tues/Thurs, some staff Wed, and some all three days, so we want to connect monthly to share ideas and support each other)

Hours: 9:30-3:30 Monday through Thursday (program runs 10:00-3:00)

2025-2026 Academic Year is Aug 13, 2026 - May 13, 2027. *Staff will attend trainings and prep before and after these dates.

Benefits:

• 75% Child tuition discount for staff.
• Current ages served for children in our program is kindergarten through 5th grade students.
• Staff PD beginning August 6
• Prep Stipend - Beginning of the year supplies budget
• Paid sick leave, up to 8 days for the year (unpaid leave as needed after that)
• Standard school breaks for holidays mirroring local school districts

Candidate Requirements:

• As a Christian program, our staff should be able to articulate their personal testimony and faith in the Gospel
• Bachelor's Degree (preferably in education-related field)
• Teaching Certificate (preferred)
• Experience teaching foundational reading skills to kindergarten through second grade students
• Experience in lesson planning and preparation in order to provide quality instruction
• Two or more years of experience teaching children in a classroom / group setting
• Strong, positive classroom management skills
• Excited to join an innovative approach to education
• Flexible, collaborative, willing to teach in a multi-age setting
• Curriculum development and lesson planning
• A love for the arts, nature, and beautiful children's literature

Required trainings:

• Current CPR/First Aid Training (group training option)
• Professional Development Trainings During Staff Retreat beginning of August

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• teaching: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $21