Private Teacher

A private family in Arlington, Virginia is seeking a full-time Private Educator to provide holistic academic, emotional, and social support for an elementary-aged child with diagnosed learning differences. The ideal candidate will develop a hands‑on, project‑based curriculum while fostering confidence, independence, and a love of learning in a nurturing, one‑on‑one homeschool setting.

This role is suited for an experienced, adaptable teaching professional who is warm, flexible, and committed to supporting a child with learning differences. The candidate must collaborate effectively with existing tutors and provide thoughtful, low‑friction daily reporting. Discretion, professionalism, and a positive presence within a private household are essential.

• Develop or adapt a dyslexia‑friendly, hands‑on, project‑based curriculum for Science, Social Studies, Art, Music, and Physical Education, minimizing worksheets
• Provide one‑on‑one academic, emotional, and social support tailored to the child’s unique needs
• Collaborate with the existing tutor overseeing ELA and Math using the Orton‑Gillingham method
• Foster confidence, independence, and curiosity through a nurturing and flexible teaching style
• Maintain daily written reports summarizing academic progress, mood, and activities
• Support enrichment activities, projects, and informal learning experiences

• Experienced teacher with strong classroom background, ideally in 1st or 2nd grade
• Montessori or project‑based learning experience highly valued
• Demonstrated ability to adapt instruction for children with learning differences
• Warm, nurturing, flexible, and confidence‑building approach to teaching
• Ability to maintain discretion and uphold household protocols
• Must be local; relocation is not available

This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated and service‑minded educator to contribute to a supportive, structured, and growth‑focused private household environment.

Only qualified candidates will receive a response