Grade 3 Teacher

Grade 3 Teacher The Canterbury School - 3.6 Fort Wayne, IN Job Details Full-time 19 hours ago Qualifications Community engagement Student performance assessment strategies Teaching math Student record keeping Mid-level Literacy education Participating in conferences Elementary school teaching Teaching science Collaborative teaching K-12 education instructional development Full Job Description Reports to:

Director of Early Childhood and Lower School Position:

Full-time, academic year position (with benefits per school policy)

Start Date:

August 10, 2026 Position SummaryCanterbury School in Fort Wayne IN, seeks a dynamic, joyful, and student-centered Grade 3 Teacher to join its faculty. In alignment with the schools mission, to maximize the potential of young people by providing a challenging, enriching, and supportive learning environment, the Grade 3 Teacher creates a classroom where each child is known, valued, and inspired to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. The teacher advances this mission by fostering intellectual curiosity, supporting the social-emotional development of each child, and building strong relationships within a collaborative community. Consistent with Canterburys commitment to developing the whole child - artist, athlete, and scholar - the successful candidate designs meaningful learning experiences that challenge, support, and inspire students across academic, creative, and physical domains. Primary Responsibilities Instruction & Student Learning Design and deliver developmentally appropriate, evidence-based instruction in core subject areas (literacy, math, social studies, and science) Employ a range of instructional strategies to support diverse learners and promote deep understanding Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of individual students Foster critical thinking, creativity, and a love of learning, supporting students growth Student-Centered Practice Establish a warm, respectful, and supportive classroom culture where students feel safe and challenged Foster an inclusive environment that honors diversity, equity, and belonging, integrating culturally responsive practices into instruction and interactions Build strong relationships with students, recognizing the importance of knowing each child well in a small-school setting Integrate social-emotional learning and character development into daily practice Support the academic, social, and emotional growth of each student through responsive and differentiated instruction Promote student voice, responsibility, and a growth mindset Assessment & Growth Use formative and summative assessments to inform instruction and monitor student progress Maintain accurate and timely documentation of student learning Reflect on instructional practices and adjust to improve student outcomes Collaboration & Professional Practice Collaborate closely with grade-level colleagues, specialists, departments chairs, and school leadership Partner with learning support staff to implement effective, inclusive instructional practices Contribute to a collegial, reflective, and growth-oriented faculty culture Exercise sound professional judgment and maintain high standards of professionalism Family Partnership Communicate clearly and proactively with parents/guardians Partner with families to support each childs development and well-being Prepare reports and participate in conferences Community Engagement Participate actively in the life of the school, including meetings, events, and traditions Contribute to a positive and inclusive school culture Support the broader mission and values of the school