The Pingry School
The first thing you need to know about working at Pingry is this: We love school and have a lot of fun. Every employee brings a wide range of talents and experiences that enrich the experience for those around us.
To work here means that you’re joining a community of curious, dedicated people who create an inspiring, dynamic learning environment for our students. You will find colleagues whose work, no matter their role, is guided by a love of inquiry, integrity, and compassion. Integrity, in particular, comes from Pingry’s Honor Code, which guides our experiences in the classrooms and labs, as well as on our playing fields and stages. Our commitment to creating a challenging, rewarding, and supportive experience for students shapes every interaction.
If you love school like we do, and would like to inquire about joining us, see below for open positions.
Lower School Grade K-2 Co-Teacher
Short Hills, NJ The Pingry School, a prestigious K-12 coeducational, independent day school with a rich history dating back to its founding by Dr. John F. Pingry in 1861, stands at the forefront of academic excellence in the United States. With campuses located in Basking Ridge, Pottersville, and Short Hills, New Jersey, Pingry is celebrated for its academic programs, a student-written Honor Code that underpins our community values, and a comprehensive commitment to arts, athletics, community, and civic engagement. Our mission is to inspire in our students a lifelong passion for learning, personal development, and social responsibility, preparing them to be global citizens and luminaries of the 21st century. Position Summary:
The Pingry School seeks dynamic and collaborative educators for
co-teaching positions in our Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade
classrooms for the 2025-26 school year. The ideal candidates are dedicated to fostering a caring, joyful, and innovative learning environment that nurtures the academic, social, and emotional growth of young learners. Successful candidates will demonstrate a deep understanding of child development, a commitment to differentiated instruction, and the ability to engage students through inquiry-based, student-centered teaching. They will embrace reflective practices to improve their instruction and cultivate a positive, inclusive classroom culture. With strong interpersonal skills, the selected candidates will work in close collaboration with co-teachers, specialists, and families to support the individual needs of all students. The ideal candidates possess a growth mindset, a commitment to professional development, and an eagerness to contribute meaningfully to the broader life of the school. Beyond classroom responsibilities, educators in this role will engage in the school community through activities such as supporting arrival and dismissal duties, recess and lunch supervision, and participating in grade-level and school-wide events. Responsibilities Serve as a Grade K-2 Homeroom Co-Teacher. Collaborate with a co-teacher to plan, deliver, and assess engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of K-2 students. Differentiate instruction to support diverse learning styles, abilities, and needs, ensuring an inclusive and equitable classroom environment. Implement co-teaching models (e.g., team, parallel, station teaching) to maximize student learning and support. Establish and maintain a positive, respectful, and nurturing classroom climate that promotes student agency, collaboration, and a love of learning. Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction to support academic growth. Foster strong relationships with students, encouraging curiosity, independence, and perseverance in their learning. Collaborate regularly with colleagues, including specialists, support staff, and administrators, to address individual student needs and curriculum alignment. Maintain ongoing communication with families, providing updates on student progress and classroom activities while fostering strong home-school partnerships. Integrate technology and other instructional tools to enhance learning experiences and meet 21st-century learning goals. Support students' social-emotional development by incorporating practices such as morning meetings, reflective discussions, and conflict-resolution strategies. Participate actively in grade-level and school-wide meetings, professional development opportunities, and curriculum planning initiatives. Model the school’s values in daily interactions with students, families, and colleagues, such as collaboration, respect, and inclusivity. Share responsibility for classroom organization, management, and preparation of instructional materials to ensure a smooth and effective learning environment. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by reflecting on teaching practices and participating in professional growth opportunities. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred Prior teaching experience in early childhood or lower elementary grades, preferably in a co-teaching or collaborative instructional model. Strong understanding of child development and best practices for teaching early learners (K-2). Ability to implement various co-teaching models (e.g., team teaching, parallel teaching, station teaching) effectively. Proficiency in designing and delivering engaging, student-centered lessons that promote critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Experience using formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions. Commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environment. Strong classroom management skills that encourage positive student behavior and a collaborative classroom culture. Growth mindset and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment with co-teachers, specialists, and support staff. Organizational skills to manage planning, instruction, and assessment effectively. Reflective practitioner who seeks and applies feedback to improve instructional practices. Willingness to participate in school-wide initiatives, professional development, and community-building events. Enthusiasm for working with young learners and fostering a positive, engaging, and joyful classroom environment. Excellent written and oral communication skills Comfortable with incorporating the latest technology into your workflow, including Google Classroom, Seesaw, and Zoom Skilled in navigating the Google Suite of applications (Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar, etc.) In addition to honor and character, commitment to intellectual engagement, and appreciation for stewardship and sustainability, especially important is the candidate’s ease with diverse constituencies and demonstrated commitment to an inclusive school community. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at
https://www.pingry.org/careers . The resume review process will begin in January, followed by the first round of interviews. The Pingry School aspires to be an anti-racist community and is committed to the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Pingry is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Pingry School's employment policy is that individuals will receive equal opportunity in all matters pertaining to recruitment, employment, salary, promotion, and assignment, regardless of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, or other basis proscribed by federal, state, and local law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
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Short Hills, NJ The Pingry School, a prestigious K-12 coeducational, independent day school with a rich history dating back to its founding by Dr. John F. Pingry in 1861, stands at the forefront of academic excellence in the United States. With campuses located in Basking Ridge, Pottersville, and Short Hills, New Jersey, Pingry is celebrated for its academic programs, a student-written Honor Code that underpins our community values, and a comprehensive commitment to arts, athletics, community, and civic engagement. Our mission is to inspire in our students a lifelong passion for learning, personal development, and social responsibility, preparing them to be global citizens and luminaries of the 21st century. Position Summary:
The Pingry School seeks dynamic and collaborative educators for
co-teaching positions in our Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade
classrooms for the 2025-26 school year. The ideal candidates are dedicated to fostering a caring, joyful, and innovative learning environment that nurtures the academic, social, and emotional growth of young learners. Successful candidates will demonstrate a deep understanding of child development, a commitment to differentiated instruction, and the ability to engage students through inquiry-based, student-centered teaching. They will embrace reflective practices to improve their instruction and cultivate a positive, inclusive classroom culture. With strong interpersonal skills, the selected candidates will work in close collaboration with co-teachers, specialists, and families to support the individual needs of all students. The ideal candidates possess a growth mindset, a commitment to professional development, and an eagerness to contribute meaningfully to the broader life of the school. Beyond classroom responsibilities, educators in this role will engage in the school community through activities such as supporting arrival and dismissal duties, recess and lunch supervision, and participating in grade-level and school-wide events. Responsibilities Serve as a Grade K-2 Homeroom Co-Teacher. Collaborate with a co-teacher to plan, deliver, and assess engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of K-2 students. Differentiate instruction to support diverse learning styles, abilities, and needs, ensuring an inclusive and equitable classroom environment. Implement co-teaching models (e.g., team, parallel, station teaching) to maximize student learning and support. Establish and maintain a positive, respectful, and nurturing classroom climate that promotes student agency, collaboration, and a love of learning. Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction to support academic growth. Foster strong relationships with students, encouraging curiosity, independence, and perseverance in their learning. Collaborate regularly with colleagues, including specialists, support staff, and administrators, to address individual student needs and curriculum alignment. Maintain ongoing communication with families, providing updates on student progress and classroom activities while fostering strong home-school partnerships. Integrate technology and other instructional tools to enhance learning experiences and meet 21st-century learning goals. Support students' social-emotional development by incorporating practices such as morning meetings, reflective discussions, and conflict-resolution strategies. Participate actively in grade-level and school-wide meetings, professional development opportunities, and curriculum planning initiatives. Model the school’s values in daily interactions with students, families, and colleagues, such as collaboration, respect, and inclusivity. Share responsibility for classroom organization, management, and preparation of instructional materials to ensure a smooth and effective learning environment. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by reflecting on teaching practices and participating in professional growth opportunities. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred Prior teaching experience in early childhood or lower elementary grades, preferably in a co-teaching or collaborative instructional model. Strong understanding of child development and best practices for teaching early learners (K-2). Ability to implement various co-teaching models (e.g., team teaching, parallel teaching, station teaching) effectively. Proficiency in designing and delivering engaging, student-centered lessons that promote critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Experience using formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions. Commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environment. Strong classroom management skills that encourage positive student behavior and a collaborative classroom culture. Growth mindset and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment with co-teachers, specialists, and support staff. Organizational skills to manage planning, instruction, and assessment effectively. Reflective practitioner who seeks and applies feedback to improve instructional practices. Willingness to participate in school-wide initiatives, professional development, and community-building events. Enthusiasm for working with young learners and fostering a positive, engaging, and joyful classroom environment. Excellent written and oral communication skills Comfortable with incorporating the latest technology into your workflow, including Google Classroom, Seesaw, and Zoom Skilled in navigating the Google Suite of applications (Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar, etc.) In addition to honor and character, commitment to intellectual engagement, and appreciation for stewardship and sustainability, especially important is the candidate’s ease with diverse constituencies and demonstrated commitment to an inclusive school community. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at
https://www.pingry.org/careers . The resume review process will begin in January, followed by the first round of interviews. The Pingry School aspires to be an anti-racist community and is committed to the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Pingry is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Pingry School's employment policy is that individuals will receive equal opportunity in all matters pertaining to recruitment, employment, salary, promotion, and assignment, regardless of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, or other basis proscribed by federal, state, and local law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
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