Lower School Lead Homeroom Teacher

Job DetailsJob Location: Potomac, MD 20854Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeJob Category: Instructional FacultyBullis School seeks a passionate and collaborative Third Grade Homeroom Teacher to join our Lower School community for the 2026-27 academic year. This role is ideal for an educator who delights in working with young learners and is committed to fostering curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning. The Third Grade Homeroom Teacher is responsible for creating a warm, engaging classroom environment and delivering a thoughtfully designed curriculum in language arts, mathematics, and social studies to a homeroom of up to 16 students. This is a full-time, 10-month position reporting to the Head of Lower School. About the Role At Bullis, Lower School teachers create joyful, inclusive learning environments where students are encouraged to take risks, think critically, and collaborate with others. Homeroom teachers serve as both instructors and advisors, nurturing each child’s academic, social, and emotional growth. Grounded in Bullis’s commitment to student-centered learning and innovation, Lower School teachers continuously reflect on and refine their practice. They are active participants in a collaborative culture that values professional growth, creativity, and the whole child. Working at Bullis means being a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development.  We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits that make it an ideal place to build a thriving career. If you are passionate about education and want to make a difference in the lives of young individuals, we want to hear from you!Duties & QualificationsEssential Functions Design and develop curriculum content in the areas of language arts, mathematics, and social studies Use technology to blend learning and engage students in active, experiential, and hands-on learning Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the basic instructional philosophy Observe and document student learning by recording anecdotal notes, developmental checklists, and progress updates in a timely manner Committed to staying up to date on current pedagogical practices and field-related trends Communicate with parents, school counselors, and administrators on students’ progress, as needed and appropriate. Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards and provide timely feedback to students Ability to use the student learning management system to provide timely feedback, grades, and assignments to students Collaborate with grade-level and interdisciplinary teams Extra duties include carpool, recess, and lunch duties Attend divisional and grade-level meetings Other Duties Other tasks as assigned by the Head of Lower School  Continued professional development endeavors Qualities An appreciation and respect for elementary-aged students as learners and people, through challenging and joyful moments alike  Commitment and knowledge to work with, teach, and lead groups of diverse individuals in respectful, equitable, and inclusive ways Good cheer, humor, and warmth, balanced by professionalism and sound judgment Detail-oriented, with the capacity to effectively and efficiently manage multiple tasks and demands on attention   Education and Experience Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, or a related field Minimum of three years of prior teaching experience  Preferred: Master’s Degree in Elementary Education, or a related field  Valid teaching certificate  Demonstrated experience teaching in a technology-rich environment, with proficiency in Google Workspace for Education and tablet integration (iPad or Chromebook) Experience implementing a structured literacy curriculum encompassing phonics and morphology instruction and inquiry-based learning approaches Orton-Gillingham certification or training preferred Responsive Classroom training or certification preferred   Compensation and benefits are competitive, with an anticipated salary range of $65,000 to $95,000. Benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employer-provided basic life insurance Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability 401(k) employer match and safe harbor contribution, up to 7% of annual compensation