The Agnes Irwin School, an all-girls' Pre-K through 12th-grade independent school in the Philadelphia suburbs, is committed to fostering the intellectual and personal growth of girls and young women. Providing its students with a rigorous academic education, AIS is dedicated to developing each student's highest potential in intellect, character, and physical well-being.

Currently, The Agnes Irwin School is seeking a full-time experienced Lower School Teacher. Successful candidates will be committed to fostering the intellectual and personal growth of students through the mission of The Agnes Irwin School and the Core Values of Excellence, Character, Community, and Respect.

Responsibilities include:

• Create a positive, caring classroom community and meaningful relationships with students.
• Design engaging lessons for students based on Learning Targets.
• Observe, document and reflect on student learning
• Implement current curriculum and contribute to its ongoing development

• Manage day to day classroom activities including but not limited to:

Create and maintain an orderly, inclusive, physically and emotionally safe environment conducive to learning

Maintain current and accurate student records

Provide individual learning opportunities for students as needed

Assist with placement testing and admission visits for prospective students

Carry out assigned student oversight

Order and maintain books and supplies

• Work constructively with parents and colleagues

• Inform parents and Division Director of students’ progress through written reports and conferences

Successful candidates will possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s degree preferred
• PA state certification preferred, but not required
• Demonstrated expertise in differentiated instruction, as well as the field of teaching in general
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth
• Successful classroom experience preferred; alternative professional experience as the School may find acceptable
  
  

The Agnes Irwin School does not discriminate in any term or condition of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state, or local law.