Grade-level Teacher
Content + Source + Freshness • 15 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Standard offerings for a foundational teaching position with competitive compensation and an emphasis on child-centered education.
- Competitive salary: $45,000/year
- School promotes diversity and inclusivity
- Focus on staff development and student engagement
- Extended hours may limit personal time
Pros
- Compensation aligns well with education sector norms (~$45,000/year)
- Strong commitment from the school towards diversity and inclusion
- Opportunities for professional development and community engagement
Cons
- Long school hours can challenge work-life balance
- Physical demands associated with outdoor supervision
- Limited class resources may hinder teaching efforts
Who it's for
Early Career • In-Person
Good fit
- New educators enthusiastic about elementary teaching
- Individuals wanting to contribute to a diverse learning environment
- Those who thrive in supportive and team-oriented settings
Not recommended for
- Seasoned educators looking for managerial positions
- Candidates interested in strictly virtual teaching roles
- Individuals resistant to adopting social-emotional learning methods
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
| Summary The grade-level teacher (K-5) is responsible for maintaining a homeroom of 16 students and teaching students at an independent, extended day (7:45 am - 4:00 pm), extended year school in Richmond, Virginia. This is a full-time position, effective August 1, 2025. St. Andrew’s School is an equal opportunity employer. Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), immigrants, women, and LGBTQ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. School Overview St. Andrew’s School (SAS) is a tuition-free school focused on the whole child. We are committed to changing educational systems through equity, access, and relationships. SAS is an independent, extended year K-5 elementary school. It has been in continuous operation for 130 years. There are 16 students per grade (96 students in total). Families, staff, and volunteers nurture the strengths of each student through the six fundamentals of the whole child approach: academics, family engagement, graduate support, social and emotional learning, visual and performing arts, and wellness and nutrition St. Andrew’s instructional staff are completely committed to growth and relationships. This means that every day they:
Functional Responsibilities:
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Minimum Education/ Prior Experience/ Qualifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree with strong academic record.
- Experience working with elementary grade children.
- A passion and joy for working with young people; flexibility; patience and enthusiasm for learning.
- Successful completion of criminal offender record information and sexual offender registry information checks is required.
Physical Requirements
- Going up and down stairs multiple times a day (basement through third floor).
- Ability to supervise outdoor activities, such as recess etc.
