Communication Teacher – Merryhill School
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid holidays and sick days
401k plan with company match
Tuition discounts for your children
Professional development
Education reimbursement and partnerships
About the Role
As a Communication Teacher at Merryhill School, you will help students in grades 2–8 develop the confidence, emotional intelligence, and communication skills needed to thrive both academically and personally. Through engaging, age-appropriate instruction, you will guide students in building self-expression, active listening, public speaking, conflict resolution, and interpersonal problem-solving skills.
This role emphasizes the development of emotional literacy and effective communication through the principles of the 7 Habits framework. The ideal candidate is a skilled educator who can create a supportive classroom environment where students feel empowered to share ideas, navigate challenges, and grow into confident communicators.
You will also:
Design and deliver a communication curriculum that progresses from foundational communication skills in elementary grades to advanced public speaking, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills in middle school
Teach students how to express ideas clearly, listen purposefully, and engage in respectful, productive dialogue
Incorporate the 7 Habits framework into lessons that support peer relationships, collaboration, and problem-solving
Foster emotional literacy by helping students develop self-awareness, emotional vocabulary, empathy, and healthy self-expression
Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where students can practice communication skills through presentations, discussions, role-playing activities, and peer feedback
Build student confidence through gradual skill development and opportunities for public speaking and leadership
Assess student progress, maintain accurate gradebooks, and provide meaningful feedback to support growth
Differentiate instruction to meet the varying developmental and learning needs of students in grades 2–8
Communicate with families regarding student progress and communication skill development as needed
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and staff to reinforce communication and social-emotional learning across the school community
Support school operations, including student arrival and dismissal duties, school events, and other community-building activities
Perform homeroom responsibilities on an as-needed basis
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Teaching certification and/or demonstrated successful teaching experience preferred
Experience working with elementary and middle school students
Strong knowledge of communication instruction, social-emotional learning, and student development
Thorough understanding of the 7 Habits framework and its application in student learning environments
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Strong classroom management and relationship-building abilities
Ability to inspire confidence, engagement, and personal growth in students
Commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and inclusive learning environment
Ability to pass state and federal background checks