Summary of Position: 

Milton Academy is seeking a full-time Grade 5 teacher in the Lower School starting August 2026. This role includes leading a class of 16 students while working in close partnership with a grade-level colleague to support a cohort of 32 children. 

The Grade 5 teacher is responsible for core instruction in math and social studies, while the partner teacher is responsible for core instruction in language arts. Students attend specialist-led classes in Music and Performing Arts, Art and Design, Physical Education, Computer Science and Technology, Spanish, and Environmental Science.

We’re looking for an educator who is:

• Experienced – with at least 3 years of elementary teaching and curriculum development

• Skilled with TERC Investigations or similar math programs that promote conceptual thinking

• Curious, reflective, and collaborative – eager to work as part of a team to support each child’s growth

• Excited to work with this age group in child development

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a school that values creativity, diversity, academic excellence, and a student-centered approach to learning.

Base Salary: For the 2026–27 academic year, faculty salaries range from $50,000 to $120,000 annually. Placement within this range is determined by years of experience, in alignment with Milton Academy’s faculty salary scale, which is designed to ensure equitable pay progression.

Housing Stipend: Faculty members who reside off-campus will also receive an annual stipend of $13,000 (in 2026-27) in addition to the base salary listed above.