FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Lower School Division Director

Salary Range: $50,000-$97,000 annually

Anticipated start date: August 2026

Location: All positions are in person

School Overview

Breck School is a preschool through twelve, coeducational college preparatory, Episcopal day school located in Golden Valley, Minnesota, with a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our School’s Episcopal roots are lived through an unwavering commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging where we respect the dignity of every human being. We prioritize lifelong learning and a commitment to the greater good.

We are a community of highly engaged and motivated students, faculty, staff, and school leaders focused on building trusting relationships and strong academic scholarship through a practice of bridging research to practice. Upon graduation, Breck students are prepared for a life of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility, matriculating to colleges and universities throughout the world.

Position Overview

Breck School seeks a dedicated kindergarten teacher who brings a deep love for early childhood development and a passion for using the natural world as a primary classroom. In this role, you will create a joyful, active space where young children can grow intellectually, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. By balancing rich indoor experiences with hands-on outdoor exploration, you will transform everyday moments in nature into powerful opportunities for wonder and discovery. Grounded in our Episcopal values, you will foster a warm, welcoming community where every child is deeply respected, safe to take healthy risks, and experiences a true sense of belonging.

Beyond the delivery of curriculum, this role is defined by the cultivation of trusting relationships and the promotion of self-knowledge within a highly motivated student body. You will serve as a collaborative partner to faculty and school leaders, contributing to a community of lifelong learners focused on academic scholarship and the greater good. Whether facilitating complex discussions or supporting a student’s psychological well-being, your work will directly prepare Breck graduates for a life of purpose and leadership in an interconnected world.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning and Instruction
  • Demonstrates knowledge of and proficiency with subject matter
  • Designs and implements effective instruction to engage and motivate students to engage in the learning process
  • Plans and delivers developmentally appropriate instruction for a variety of learners
  • Encourages curiosity, creativity, and student agency
  • Designs and implements engaging, inquiry-based instruction and outdoor learning experiences
  • Uses observation and documentation to inform instruction and promote student learning
  • Understands and uses assessment to promote student learning
• Classroom Environment
  • Creates an environment that promotes respect, wonder, collaboration, and exploration
  • Establishes strong, responsive relationships with students
  • Designs inside and outside learning spaces that naturally invite students to ask questions, explore the world around them, and engage deeply with their curriculum
  • Communicates clear and consistent expectations for learning, behavior, and participation
  • Encourages social-emotional development and fosters a sense of belonging
• Communication
  • Communicates effectively with families, students, and colleagues
  • Communicates student progress in a timely and thorough manner
  • Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills
  • Shares documentation of student learning in a timely and meaningful way
  • Displays documentation of student learning projects
• Professional Responsibility
  • Supports the mission, vision, and values of the school
  • Supports the programs and priorities of the department, division, and school
  • Engages in reflective practice and professional dialogue
  • Builds and maintains strong working relationships with faculty, students, and parents
  • Demonstrates a commitment to equity, inclusion, and respect for diverse perspectives
  • Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates professionalism in all aspects of work
  • Seeks and participates in ongoing professional growth opportunities
  • Attends and contributes to required meetings, school events, and committee work
  • Performs additional duties as needed

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required; degree in Elementary Education or related field preferred
• Minimum 5 years classroom teaching experience preferred, with a comfort level teaching outdoors
• Experience or training with nature-based education or forest kindergartens is a plus
• Proficiency with integrating technology to support and document learning