K-5 Classroom Teacher

Seacoast Classical Academy Chartered Public School (SCA) is a tuition-free public charter school in Newton, New Hampshire, dedicated to academic excellence through a classical education rooted in time-tested curriculum and proven teaching methods. The academy seeks to cultivate knowledgeable, thoughtful, and virtuous scholars by providing a rich study of the liberal arts and sciences.

At Seacoast Classical Academy, academic excellence is understood broadly and includes the development of strong literacy and numeracy, deep study of the humanities and sciences, and meaningful engagement with the arts. The school recognizes the primary role of the family in the upbringing of the child and partners with parents by focusing its work on providing a rigorous and ordered academic education.

Seacoast Classical Academy seeks dedicated educators to serve as K–5 Classroom Teachers who share a commitment to classical education and to forming scholars of strong moral character and sound intellect.

In SY26-27, we'll have two sections each for grades K, 1, 5, and one section each for grades 2, 3, 4. 
 
Position Overview
A K–5 Classroom Teacher is responsible for the instruction and formation of scholars in one of our grade level sections. 
The teacher prepares and delivers daily instruction in the core subjects of the classical curriculum:
 

• English (literacy, grammar, composition, and literature)
• Mathematics
• History
• Science

Teachers cultivate a classroom culture characterized by order, attentiveness, wonder, and joy in learning, helping scholars develop disciplined habits.
 
Primary Responsibilities
 

• Plan and teach content-rich, language-rich lessons aligned with the Hillsdale K–12 Program Guide.
• Provide clear, structured instruction rooted in time-tested practices of classical education.
• Maintain a classroom environment marked by decorum, studiousness, and respect.
• Uphold high expectations for scholarship and behavior consistent with school policies and the classical model.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student academic progress and character development.
• Collaborate with school leadership and colleagues to strengthen instruction and school culture.
• Participate in professional development, coaching, and independent study to deepen subject knowledge and teaching practice.

 
Required Qualifications
 

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in any field.
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission and virtues of Seacoast Classical Academy.
• Ability to model high moral character and cultivate virtuous habits in scholars.
• Strong organizational, communication, and classroom leadership skills.
• Willingness to receive feedback and implement coaching in pursuit of instructional excellence.
• Commitment to professional development.
• Willingness to implement curricular components such as Literacy Essentials and Singapore Math with fidelity.

 
Desired Qualifications
 

• Broad intellectual curiosity and a well-read knowledge of history, literature, and the liberal arts.
• Familiarity with classical education or the Hillsdale K–12 curriculum.
• Experience with evidence-based literacy instruction.
• Training in Orton-Gillingham phonics instruction or Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) methodology.

 
Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following materials:
 

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Two professional references

 
Applications should be sent to hr@seacoastclassical.org.
 
Questions about the position may be directed to:
Eric Peterson
Head of School
epeterson@seacoastclassical.org
 
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Positions will remain open until filled.