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The Key School Incorporated

Fourth Grade Teacher - Long Term Substitute

The Key School Incorporated, Annapolis, Maryland, United States, 21403

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Job Details Job Location : Annapolis, MD 21403

Position Type : Full Time

Education Level : 4 Year Degree

Salary Range : $46,820.00 - $88,305.00 Salary/year

Job Category : Education

Full-time, Faculty Exempt (Temporary)

Key School is seeking a Lower School long-term substitute teacher to teach 4th Grade. The time frame of this position would be from February 2026 through June 2026.

Reporting to the Lower School Division Head, a 4th Grade Teacher works collaboratively with other members of the Lower School team to provide an age-appropriate, culturally responsive program for nine to ten year old students.

The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following Characteristics:

Knowledge of the social, emotional, and academic needs of elementary children

Well versed in best practices for delivering language arts, mathematics, and social studies instruction.

Demonstrates a strong passion for culturally-responsive teaching, experiential learning, and differentiated instruction.

Promotes and exemplifies the values of Key School’s mission and values

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree (Masters preferred)

Minimum of 2 - 5 years teaching experience.

Physical Requirements:

The demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This position requires indoor and outdoor student supervision each day. Some classes take place in other parts of the campus. The ability to move around a mid-size campus with uneven pavement and manage stairs is needed.

Compensation/Benefits:

Key School offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, a generous 403(b) Plan, and much more.

Key School follows a Faculty Equity Scale that recognizes direct years of experience that correlate to the steps on the scale. The salary range for this position is a prorated salary between $46,820-$88,305 and is based upon several factors that include, but not limited to, the candidate’s year of work experience, education and skills. There are additional opportunities on campus for coaching and various stipends, as well.

Technical Competencies: All candidates for teaching positions should be familiar with learning management systems such as Seesaw and Google Classroom and have the ability to create and deliver engaging multimedia content using a variety of digital tools. Key is a Google Workspace for Education school. Candidates should be proficient in using Google applications, have a solid understanding of cloud-based storage and file-sharing platforms, and efficiently manage email and scheduling using Gmail and Google Calendar. They should be proficient in virtual communication tools such as Zoom or Google Meet and have basic troubleshooting skills to resolve common technical issues that may arise in the classroom.

Work Schedule/Travel: Occasionally, there may be school functions that will require your presence to work flexible hours, including nights and/or weekends. Additionally, participation in scheduled faculty meetings is required.

About the School: Founded in 1958 by professors from St. John's College, Key School engages children from 2.5 years of age through grade 12 in a progressive, coeducational, college-preparatory program on its picturesque 15-acre campus 4 miles from downtown Annapolis.

Key School is a dynamic, tight-knit community deeply committed to ensuring students are supported and challenged to excel educationally and personally and be confident, courageous, critical thinkers prepared to engage with the world. Our Community is as diverse as it is warm and welcoming.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: Key is particularly interested in candidates with experience in creating inclusive school settings and who are culturally responsive. We are seeking candidates with a commitment to educational equity and justice. We learn and grow both as individuals and as a school community when students and adults of diverse backgrounds, abilities and identities develop an understanding of and respect for our commonalities and differences. Together, we have created a community that reflects diversity across a broad spectrum and will help fulfill Key’s promise to prepare our students for the challenges and responsibilities they will assume in an increasingly connected yet diverse and pluralistic world. The diverse student body is 39% students of color, and 32% of our students receive financial aid to create a socioeconomically diverse community. Learn more about our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging at Key.

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, completed application, and three professional references by selecting the link.

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