At Saint James’ Episcopal School (SJES), our faculty and staff consider their work a true calling. Rooted in Episcopal values, we foster a joyful, inclusive environment that emphasizes service, compassion, and respect. We celebrate individuality, encourage creativity, and integrate spiritual formation into every aspect of the educational experience. As a Christian-based, independent school with a rich tradition of academic excellence and community engagement, we are dedicated to nurturing the whole child—mind, body, and spirit.

Joining our team means becoming part of a mission-driven community that values innovation, collaboration, and the joy of learning. Whether in the classroom, on the playground, or behind the scenes, every member of our staff plays a vital role in shaping the lives of our students and contributing to a school culture that is both nurturing and inspiring.

The Elementary Teacher at SJES is responsible for creating an engaging, developmentally appropriate, and supportive learning environment that nurtures the spiritual, physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth of each student. This role requires a dedicated, compassionate, and adaptable educator who values the whole-child approach and fosters academic curiosity, creativity, and character development in alignment with the school’s mission and values.

Teachers at SJES are expected to plan and implement curriculum-based instruction, assess student progress, maintain positive classroom management, communicate regularly with families, and collaborate with colleagues and administrators to support student success.

At Saint James’, we invest in our people. In addition to competitive independent school compensation, full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans. We also prioritize professional growth through meaningful learning opportunities and offer additional benefits such as tuition remission and reduced rates for Extended Day and Summer Camp programs for eligible families.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 3-5 years of experience teaching in an elementary classroom.
• Experience in curriculum development and differentiated instruction is a plus.
• Knowledge of best practices in student-centered learning and assessment.
• Classroom management and behavior guidance experience.
• Proficiency in educational technology tools, including Google Suite for Education.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective engagement with students, families, and colleagues.
• Ability to create an inclusive, engaging, and academically challenging classroom environment.
• A team-oriented, self-motivated, and professional approach to teaching and school collaboration.
• Passion for upholding and living out the school’s mission in daily classroom practices.

Work Expectations

• Full-time position aligned with the academic calendar.
• Active participation in school events, Chapel, and community engagement activities.

About Saint James' Episcopal School

Saint James' Episcopal School provides exceptional, affordable educational offerings in Preschool (age 2) through Grade 5 that build strong intellect, character, and faith. Our excellent learning experience offers purposefully low student to teacher ratios, truly caring faculty, appropriately challenging academics, Christ-centered worship, and multiple global and local service opportunities. The SJES experience teaches students to be kind, productive, conscientious, and fully prepared to make a significant contribution to any community they choose to join in the future.

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