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3rd Grade Teacher
Posted: Apr. 9, 2025
Bethesda, Maryland, United States
The Holton-Arms School seeks a collaborative, flexible, and enthusiastic Lower School 3rd grade teacher to join our Lower School Faculty and support Lower School programming for the 2025-26 school year. This is a full-time, 10-month position.
Founded more than a century ago, Holton-Arms School encourages young women in grades 3-12 to approach the world with a thirst for challenge, unflinching curiosity, and a sense of responsibility to use what they learn for the greatest good. A nationally-recognized school that prioritizes purposeful connections, Holton is a vibrant place where both students and faculty are deeply engaged in the process of learning and bring tremendous spirit and passion to their work.
With a long legacy of excellence in educating girls, Holton provides students with time-tested and future-forward programming, preparing them for what the world needs next. The mission of the Holton-Arms School is to cultivate the unique potential of young women through the “education not only of the mind, but of the soul and spirit”. Founded in 1901 by two visionary women, Holton-Arms continues to cultivate a diverse, inclusive, and equitable school community; tend to the health and wellbeing of its members; and build a global curriculum that responds to the learners in its classrooms and the world around us.
The school’s aspirations and current program are rooted in Mrs. Holton’s founding vision: “My high hope is that they who enter through the ‘Open Door’ of Holton-Arms remember they felt, in the friendliness of a home, the urge to learn and the joy of overcoming obstacles as the way to happiness and the fullest life”. In this vibrant community committed to academic excellence, discovery, creativity, and joy, students are scholars, artists, and athletes who find their voices, take risks, learn from mistakes, pursue leadership opportunities, and build lifelong friendships. The school motto, Inveniam viam aut faciam (I will find a way or make one), exemplifies this spirit of agency and empowerment.
We seek applicants from diverse backgrounds, talents, and interests who share our passion for helping girls learn, grow, and thrive. Together, we are committed to cultivating the leaders of tomorrow who will make a positive impact on their communities and the world.
Position Overview
Holton-Arms is seeking a passionate, experienced, student-centered Third Grade teacher. This person will lead one third grade homeroom and create and implement a full third grade curriculum. The person will be prepared to commit to and promote the School’s Mission and the institutional priorities embodied in the School’s philosophy of Learn Well, Live Well, Lead Well. The Third Grade teacher needs to inspire a passion for learning among students using a workshop model, work closely with colleagues to design integrated units, and communicate effectively with parents.The Third Grade teacher will also be responsible for infusing the tenets of Responsive Classroom into homeroom time and academics.
Key Responsibilities
Teach one Third Grade homeroom – literacy, math, and social studies
Implement differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
Develop and utilize workshop models.
Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that fosters social-emotional and academic learning.
Collaborate with colleagues to design and implement an engaging, integrated curriculum.
Communicate regularly and effectively with students and parents
Work collaboratively with teachers in the grade level, division colleagues, and administrators
Commitment to creating a student-centered and competency-driven classroom
Attend regular meetings, including in-house professional development
Participate in supervisory and extracurricular duties, including chaperoning events, lunch and recess duties, and parent events.
Contribute to the Lower School community through leading clubs or other student programming.
Qualifications and Experience
A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Elementary Education or related field
At least 3 to 5 years of relevant teaching experience and curriculum development in upper elementary or middle school level
Demonstrated content knowledge and expertise in reading and writing workshop models, balanced literacy approaches, and differentiated instruction
Experience with effective classroom management and social-emotional learning methodologies (for example, Responsive Classroom)
Experience embedding Social and Emotional Learning, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, and Global Competencies into their curriculum
Experience leading a homeroom and the ability to build meaningful, supportive relationships with students.
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
Appreciation for the mission of a school committed to girls’ education
Proficiency with technology and digital platforms in the classroom (Canvas and Google Classroom)
Eagerness to collaborate with colleagues within and across disciplines
Commitment to continuous growth.
Desire to pursue ongoing professional development.
High levels of enthusiasm for teaching and learning.
Coaching experience is desired. Priority Varsity coaching opportunities include Basketball, Soccer, and Lacrosse.
Salary and Benefits Information
The average salary range for this position is $70,000 to $100,000, the exact salary to be determined based on education and experience. We use a step scale to determine teacher salary. Early career teachers are initially compensated less than the listed salary range, and highly experienced teachers are compensated more than the listed salary range. Additional stipends are available for coaching, certain club sponsorship, and significant commitments outside of the classroom. Benefits include health insurance with a generous employer contribution to medical, dental, and vision; life and disability insurance; 403b retirement savings with an employer match and non-elective contribution; employee assistance program, tuition remission for eligible children; professional development opportunities; paid parental leave after one year of employment; paid sick and personal days; and lunch is provided on school days.
Application Details
To be considered for this position, candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy, and the names and contact information of three references (one of whom must be a current or most recent supervisor) at www.holton-arms.edu/about/employment
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Statement
Holton-Arms cherishes the uniqueness of each of our members including current and former students, faculty, and staff. We seek to create an inclusive environment that sees, values, and supports diverse identities and experiences, cultivates engaging discourse, and empowers our students to be thriving members of the global community.
At Holton-Arms, each of us is responsible for fostering an equitable, respectful, and just community. We are committed to:
Discovering, developing, and valuing our full authentic selves.
Deepening awareness of personal and systemic biases and being accountable for the impact of our words and actions.
Developing an understanding of the historical origins and perpetuation of systems of power and privilege.
Engaging in open and brave conversations that promote growth, understanding, connection, and agency.
Embracing every individual as essential to the community.