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5th Grade Homeroom Teacher
Fairfield Country Day School (FCDS), an independent school for boys in Kindergarten through Grade 9, is seeking a dynamic and dedicated educator to join our community as a Grade 5 Math and English teacher.
About Farifield Country Day School
About Farifield Country Day School
Founded in 1936, Fairfield Country Day School (FCDS) is a vibrant community dedicated to educating boys in Kindergarten through Grade 9. With small class sizes, a strong tradition of academic excellence, and a commitment to character development, FCDS provides an environment where students are known, challenged, and inspired.
Our faculty are collaborative, mission-driven educators who value curiosity, compassion, and courage. We believe in teaching the whole child—balancing rigorous academics with opportunities for leadership, creativity, and personal growth. At FCDS, teachers are not only instructors but mentors, role models, and partners in shaping boys into confident, thoughtful young men.
Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive community that celebrates both tradition and innovation, and where every educator’s voice and vision help shape the future of our school.
We are looking for candidates who bring:
- Passion for teaching and a genuine love of working with upper elementary-aged students.
- Collaborative spirit, eager to partner with colleagues and contribute to a vibrant school culture.
- Strong academic skills, with the ability to teach mathematics and guide students in developing their writing and communication.
- Energy and flexibility, ready to adapt and engage with students in meaningful ways.
- Growth mindset, committed to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
The successful candidate will:
- Inspire and empower students to think critically, take risks, and grow as learners.
- Create a joyful, structured, and supportive classroom environment.
- Foster daily opportunities for collaboration, conversation, and connection with students and colleagues.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Contribute to the school’s mission of cultivating curiosity, character, and confidence in every boy.
Position Summary
The 5th-grade teacher is responsible for fostering a classroom environment where curiosity, academic growth, a sense of belonging, and character development thrive. The ideal candidate brings joy, professionalism, and a commitment to inclusive teaching practices that support a diverse range of learners.
This role includes teaching core subjects in math and writing, as well as serving as a homeroom teacher and guiding students during study hall. Collaboration with colleagues is essential, as we work together to support the whole-child experience and foster a vibrant, connected school community.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching & Learning
- Design and deliver engaging, research-informed lessons that promote deep thinking, active learning, and skill development.
- Foster a classroom culture rooted in respect, integrity, and positive relationships.
- Use varied instructional strategies that reflect the developmental needs of boys, including movement, collaboration, reflection, and hands-on learning.
- Provide opportunities for students to strengthen executive function, self-advocacy, and confidence as learners.
- Integrate literacy, numeracy, and inquiry-based approaches across content areas.
Assessment & Data-Informed Practice
- Use multiple forms of data—formative assessments, student work, observations, and conversations—to guide instructional decisions.
- Offer timely, clear, and constructive feedback that supports student learning and growth.
- Partner with colleagues to align curriculum and ensure continuity across grade levels.
Student Support & Homeroom Teacher Responsibilities
- Serve as a 5th Grade homeroom teacher, helping students develop strong habits of mind, social-emotional skills, and positive peer relationships.
- Collaborate with families with warmth, respect, and transparency to support each student’s academic and personal development.
Professional Collaboration
- Engage in ongoing professional learning related to best practices, inclusive pedagogy, and the developmental needs of boys.
- Model a growth mindset and contribute positively to a collaborative, mission-aligned team culture.
- Uphold school values through daily interactions and decisions that reflect courage, compassion, and commitment to community.
Qualifications
To thrive in this role, candidates should bring the following essential experiences and commitments:
- Educational foundation: A Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
- Hands-on experience: Demonstrated success working with elementary-aged students and understanding their unique developmental needs.
- Inclusive mindset: A deep commitment to culturally responsive teaching practices that honor and celebrate diversity.
- Classroom presence: The ability to create a joyful, structured, and supportive environment where every child feels seen and encouraged.
Preferred
While not required, the following experiences and perspectives would make an especially strong fit:
- Advanced study in education: A Master’s degree or related field that deepens your understanding of teaching and learning.
- Passion for boys’ growth: Experience in boys’ education or an eagerness to explore research-informed strategies that help them thrive.
- Thoughtful use of technology: Skill in weaving digital tools into lessons in ways that enrich, rather than distract from, learning.
- Supporting student success: Familiarity with executive-function scaffolds that empower students to organize, plan, and flourish.
- Project-based learning: Comfort designing hands-on, inquiry-driven curriculum that sparks curiosity and collaboration.
- Advisory connections: An appreciation for advisory programs that nurture relationships and guide students through their school journey.
Fairfield Country Day School actively seeks to forward the equity and diversity of our community in our admissions, programs, and hiring. Fairfield Country Day School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, and federal law. Fairfield Country Day School actively seeks diversity in its faculty and student body.
TO APPLY:
Please send a resume and cover letter specific to our school and the position to Head of Lower School, Lisa Stern at Lisa.A.Stern@fairfieldcountryday.org
Fairfield Country Day School (FCDS) is a private, all-boys day school in Fairfield, Connecticut.
FCDS admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
FCDS admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
FCDS is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.