Lower School Teacher (Parental Leave Coverage)

The Sage School

The Sage School - Foxboro, Massachusetts Job Details

Job ID:

5951814

Application Deadline:

Dec 05, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Jan 4, 2027

Job Description

The Sage School is seeking a dedicated, engaging, and adaptable educator for a temporary full-time Lower School teaching position providing parental leave coverage during the 2026-2027 school year. While the teaching assignment will begin in the winter of 2027, there may be an opportunity for the selected candidate to join the community earlier in the school year, allowing time to become familiar with the students, faculty, and school culture before assuming the full-time role and classroom responsibilities in the leave position.

This role offers the opportunity to become an integral member of our collaborative faculty while making a meaningful impact on students. We are especially interested in candidates with early elementary teaching experience, though accomplished elementary educators with experience across grade levels are encouraged to apply. As a growing school, we also welcome applications from exceptional educators who are interested in future opportunities with Sage.

At Sage, Lower School teachers inspire curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning through rigorous, student-centered instruction. Teachers are responsible for mathematics, language arts, reading, writing, social studies, and social-emotional learning while collaborating with specialists in Spanish, computer science, library and research, visual and performing arts, music, and physical education.

The Sage School is an independent school serving toddlers through Grade 8, enrolling approximately 150 gifted and advanced students in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Our mission is to provide exceptional academic challenge in a nurturing community that values intellectual curiosity, collaboration, and respect for diverse perspectives.

Responsibilities

Implement established curriculum and provide continuity of instruction within a classroom community

Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction aligned with Sage's curriculum and educational philosophy.

Adapt instruction as needed to meet the needs of gifted learners and diverse learning profiles.

Foster inquiry, critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving.

Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment grounded in restorative practices.

Establish clear routines and high expectations that support student growth and independence.

Monitor student progress and provide feedback to support continued learning.

Communicate regularly with families regarding student learning, classroom activities, and student progress.

Partner with grade-level colleagues, specialists, and administrators to support students and ensure continuity throughout the assignment.

Participate in faculty meetings, professional learning, and school events.

About The Sage School

The Sage School is an independent school serving toddlers through Grade 8, enrolling approximately 150 gifted and advanced students in Foxborough, Massachusetts. We are a close-knit community that values intellectual curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and the unique contributions of every learner. Guided by our core values of Passion, Excellence, Respect, and Collaboration, we provide advanced academics in a nurturing environment where students and faculty alike are encouraged to take risks, think deeply, and grow.

The Sage School is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to build a diverse faculty and staff representing a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

Position Type:

Full-time

Salary:

$25 to $43 Per Hour