Lower School Faculty, Upper Elementary Teacher

Position: Lower School Faculty, Upper Elementary Teacher

Department: Lower School

Location: Milton Academy Campus, Milton, MA

Hours: Full-time

FLSA: Exempt

Classification: Faculty (Academic Year)

Base Salary: For the 2026-27 academic year, faculty salaries range from $50,000 to $120,000 annually. Placement within this range is determined by years of experience, in alignment with Milton Academy's faculty salary scale, which is designed to ensure equitable pay progression.

Housing Stipend: Faculty members who reside off-campus will also receive an annual stipend of $13,000 (in 2026-27) in addition to the base salary listed above.

Milton Academy is an independent college preparatory K-12 school, boarding and day in grades 9-12, located just south of Boston.

Milton Academy cultivates in its students a passion for learning and a respect for others. Embracing diversity and the pursuit of excellence, we create a community in which individuals develop competence, confidence and character. Our active learning environment, in and out of the classroom, develops creative and critical thinkers, unafraid to express their ideas, prepared to seek meaningful lifetime success and to live by our motto, "Dare to be true."

Summary of Position:

Milton Academy is seeking a full-time Upper Elementary Teacher for Grade 3 or 5 in the Lower School starting August 2026. This role includes leading a class of 13-16 students while working in close partnership with a grade-level colleague to support a cohort of 26-32 children.

Teachers are responsible for core instruction in language arts, math, science, and social studies, while students attend specialist-led classes in Music and Performing Arts, Art and Design, Physical Education, Computer Science and Technology, Spanish, and Environmental Science.

We're looking for an educator who is:

• Experienced - with at least 3 years of elementary teaching and curriculum development
• Skilled in literacy instruction, familiar with the science of reading research and pedagogical approaches, and knowledgeable about reading and writing development
• Familiar with TERC Investigations or similar math programs that promote conceptual thinking
• Curious, reflective, and collaborative - eager to work as part of a team to support each child's growth
• Excited to work with this age group in child development

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a school that values creativity, diversity, academic excellence, and a student-centered approach to learning.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Teaching and Curriculum

• Design and implement dynamic, age-appropriate, and comprehensive lesson plans across core subject areas (e.g., language arts, math, science, and social studies) that align with the school's curricular goals for grade-level.
• Integrate inquiry-based learning approaches that foster student engagement, curiosity, and critical thinking.
• Collaborate closely with fellow grade partner to plan instruction, align curriculum, and ensure consistency in academic goals, teaching practices, and student expectations across the grade.
• Participate in the life of the school outside the classroom, including faculty meetings, assemblies, assigned lunch, recess, drop-off and pick-up duties, and advising student activities.
• Create a student-centered learning atmosphere that fosters a positive classroom environment that encourages student participation and discussion.
• Adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Stay informed about the latest developments in elementary education, trends, and innovations, and incorporate these into the program.
• Learn about diversity, equity, and inclusion in education; incorporate related principles when designing curriculum, teaching, and engaging with students.
• Collaborate with K-5 colleagues and specialist teachers to create interdisciplinary learning experiences.
• Assess and evaluate student performance through assignments, projects, and observations.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues regarding academic progress.

Other Professional Expectations and Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with students, families, peers, administration, and…