Isidore Newman School seeks a talented and dynamic Lower School Early Elementary STEAM Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. The role of the STEAM Teacher in the Lower School is multifaceted. The successful applicant will possess excellent speaking, writing, and interpersonal skills; demonstrate strong instructional and classroom management skills; be technologically savvy and computer literate; have an abiding interest in helping students to experience academic and social growth; be successful in working with teams; be willing to contribute to school activities outside of the assigned classroom; possess a strong understanding of the developmental level of the students they teach; and genuinely love to work with children and educators at the elementary level.

The most important qualifications include:

* A bachelor's degree or higher in elementary education or a related field
* 3+ years of experience as an early elementary grade educator
* Knowledge of varied pedagogy and trends in instruction and curriculum design at the elementary level
* Professional orientation toward collaboration and innovation
* A reflective practitioner, committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning
* Enthusiasm for teaching children
* Cultural competency demonstrating respect for diversity of identities and experiences and an orientation toward equity and inclusion
* A positive attitude, self-confidence, and effective oral and written communication skills
* Ability to engage, motivate, and develop student learning
* Must meet and maintain all federal, state, and local requirements to work in an educational childcare setting

Significant responsibilities include:

* Collaborate with the Lower School Science Department chair and Visual Arts chair to develop and design developmentally appropriate units of study for students in grades Pre-K through 1st Grade
* Design and facilitate developmentally appropriate STEAM experiences rooted in inquiry-based learning
* Integrate science and visual arts to deepen understanding of concepts and encourage creative expression
* Guide students through early Scientific and Engineering Practices (SEPs) such as observing, asking questions, modeling, and designing solutions
* Design and facilitate developmentally appropriate, process-based art experiences that are integrated with scientific exploration, building students’ skills in observation, drawing, painting, sculpting, and constructing while using art as a tool for sense-making, creativity, and communication of ideas

* Guide students through hands-on investigations, guided discussions, and artistic expression, so children construct meaning as they ask questions and explore their surroundings

* Utilize both indoor and outdoor learning spaces (e.g., Joe’s Garden, natural areas on campus, lab spaces)
* Create a classroom environment that supports exploration, collaboration, and risk-taking
* Facilitate the educational and social development of the students
* Create an environment of respect and rapport that is safe and conducive to learning
* Use instructional time effectively
* Continue to grow professionally by working with instructional coaches and administration, accepting feedback throughout the evaluation process, attending in-service and professional development/training, in and outside of the school, and reading professionally.
* Communicate openly and effectively with parents including but not limited to Parents Nights, Parent Teacher Conferences, Curriculum Conversations, and signature Science and Art events
* Participate in field trips and special traditions and activities of the grade levels
* Maintain student records, display student work, and maintain a neat and organized environment for learning
* Model appropriate presence daily and ensure that students adhere to Lower School behavioral expectations
* Complete Lower School duties and responsibilities as assigned

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, updated resume, educational philosophy statement, and names of three professional references.

About Isidore Newman School

Founded in 1903, Isidore Newman School is a co-educational independent school that serves high-achieving and highly motivated students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as infants through young children in Green Trees, a premier early childhood division of the School. Located in the heart of Uptown New Orleans, blocks away from Tulane and Loyola University, Newman is the only co-educational, non-sectarian, independent day school in the city of New Orleans. Our School enjoys a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics and the arts with our students matriculating to the most selective colleges and universities in the country.

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