Ambleside is a school that sees teachers as profoundly important people in the lives of children and the adults those children become, thus the spiritual, emotional, physical, and intellectual health of our teaching and administrative staff is vital to the fulfillment of our mission. To support this belief, Ambleside ensures that teachers are provided a rich and varied curriculum, small and manageable classes, in-service days dedicated to prayer, spiritual development, and training in our educational methods and philosophy, and a strong and supportive relationship with parents.

 

Ambleside applies a philosophy and method of education inspired by Charlotte Mason that has been time-tested for over 100 years. Teachers are instructed and supported with this foundational educational method ensuring each classroom carries out the philosophy with consistency.

 

Ambleside applies a philosophy and method of education inspired by Charlotte Mason that has been time-tested for over 100 years. Teachers are instructed and supported with this foundational educational method ensuring each classroom carries out the philosophy with consistency.

 

Position Summary: Lead teachers at Ambleside are the relational center of the grade-level classroom with no more than 16 students. Lead teachers must be well-rounded, curious, people who desire to learn and grow in their craft as a teacher as well as a person who appreciates the diverse range of ideas that permeate the classroom.

 

Schedule: Ambleside teachers have a full work-week, Monday through Friday, from 7:40 - 4:00, and until 5:00 one afternoon per week. Teachers must also be available for occasional evening and weekend campus and community events.

 

Benefits: Ambleside School of Fredericksburg offers Health Insurance, a matching IRA program, competitive salaries, tuition discounts, and the benefit of a loving community to call home each day.

 

Salary: Ambleside’s base teacher salary is $46,000. Relevant experience will be considered in determining appropriate compensation.