1st Grade Lead Teacher

Supervisors: Preschool-2nd Grade Division Director

Classification: Exempt, 10-Month

Loudoun Country Day School (LCDS) is looking for an enthusiastic, talented educator to join our team as a lead teacher in first grade for the 2025-2026 Academic year. 

This is a full-time position, and if hired, will teach Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies to the students in their respective homeroom. The class size is limited to 16 students and includes a full-time teaching assistant to allow for differentiation and a high-quality student experience. They will also attend teacher workdays and meetings, and assume various duties commensurate with those of other LCDS full-time teachers.  

LCDS is an equal opportunity organization and will not allow discrimination based upon age, ethnicity, ancestry, gender, national origin, disability, race, size, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, political affiliation, or any other status prohibited by applicable law. We recognize and value all forms of diversity and are dedicated to providing an inclusive environment which honors each member for their individual differences, experiences and strengths.  

All interested candidates should send a letter expressing their interest, specifying the grade(s) that would be the best match for their experiences and interests, along with a current resume and the names and contact information of at least three appropriate references to employment@lcds.org.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree is required (advanced degree is preferred), preferably in Education or one of the subjects that would be taught by the candidate (English, Math, Science, Social Studies)
• Multiple years of experience teaching students in the age range of the grades the candidate would be teaching is required
• Ability to connect and build positive relationships with children
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team
• Growth mindset and willingness to seek professional development opportunities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfort level using technology and incorporating it into teaching

About Loudoun Country Day School

Loudoun Country Day School (LCDS) educates students from preschool through eighth grade. Our mission is to inspire students to become lifelong learners, to think critically and creatively, and to lead with courage, compassion, and character. LCDS is situated in Leesburg, Virginia. Located in Loudoun County in Northern Virginia, the school is about 40 miles from DC. Loudoun Country Day School (LCDS) is an independent, coeducational school, educating about 340 students in preschool through 8th grade. LCDS is an equal opportunity organization and will not allow discrimination based upon age, ethnicity, ancestry, gender, national origin, disability, race, size, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, political affiliation, or any other status prohibited by applicable law. We recognize and value all forms of diversity and are dedicated to providing an inclusive environment which honors each member for their individual differences, experiences and strengths.

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