Job detail

Lower School Elementary Teacher 2025-2026

Kennedy International School

#Professional Development #Curriculum Development #Parent Communication #Conflict Resolution #Assessment #Growth Mindset #Differentiated Instruction #Lower School #Technology Use #Bilingual Education #Positive Reinforcement #Student-Centered

FULL_TIME

Posted 3/19/2026

Location

New York

Salary

$70,000 - $80,000 / YEAR

Core responsibilities

The teacher will plan and deliver a challenging, developmentally appropriate course of study, emphasizing differentiated instruction and effective assessment use. Responsibilities also include maintaining outstanding parent communication and actively engaging students in a student-Centered learning environment.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have five years of experience teaching in lower school and demonstrate a balance of high support, a growth mindset, and joy in working with students. Preferred qualifications include nys early childhood and childhood education certification and a current u.s. Work visa if applicable.

professional certificateTeam CollaborationDiscipline ManagementTechnology IntegrationConflict ResolutionParent CommunicationCurriculum KnowledgeProfessional GrowthGrowth MindsetPositive ReinforcementInstructional MethodsIntellectual CuriosityFaculty MeetingsDifferentiating InstructionStudent-Centered ClassroomEffective Use Of AssessmentsGrade-Level Meetings

Benefits

Dental
Vision
401K Retirement Plan
Flexible Savings Account
Commuting Benefits
Private Medical Premium Partially Covered
Tuition Rebate For Teachers' Children