Lower School Lead Teacher – Fourth Grade

Keys School is seeking a Lower School Lead Teacher – Fourth Grade to join our Lower School community beginning August 2026.

Keys School (K–8, ~320 students) offers an inquiry-based education that supports students’ academic, social-emotional, and identity development. Our teachers create dynamic, student-centered learning environments that foster curiosity, empathy, agency, and belonging.

The Lower School Lead Teacher designs and delivers an integrated Grade 4 curriculum in language arts, math, social studies, and social-emotional learning, grounded in culturally responsive and identity-conscious practice. Reporting to the Head of Lower School, this educator collaborates closely with colleagues, specialists, and families to create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, reflective educator with:
– Experience teaching elementary students (K–4)
– A strong foundation in social-emotional learning and child development
– A commitment to identity-conscious teaching and inclusive community building
– Experience with interdisciplinary, project-based learning
– Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills

Preferred qualifications include:
– Master’s degree in education or a related field
– Five or more years of teaching experience
– Familiarity with Singapore Math, Responsive Classroom, and Understanding by Design (UbD)

Salary: $90,000+ (commensurate with experience)
Start date: August 13, 2026
Location: Palo Alto, CA

Please read the full opportunity description here.

To complete your application, please apply directly to Strategenius using this link and upload your résumé, cover letter, educational philosophy statement, and three references.