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K-2 Primer Leader

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About Primer

Fixing our K-12 education system is a civilizationally-important problem. We believe that all of our problems — including the ones that dominate the headlines — are downstream of education.

We have a simple thesis on how to solve it: empower 1,000's of educators to launch microschools in their communities.

We believe the historical tradeoff between price (tuition) and quality is a false dichotomy.

PrimerOS automates and eliminates much of the costs of traditional schools. Microschools have a structural advantage — asset-light real estate — which means much lower capex and opex. You put it together, and you get something that's never existed before: a world-class education that's accessible to normal American families and can rapidly scale.

At Primer, we believe that kids are remarkable —

and our current system is underestimating them. We’re building schools that value what kids learn both outside and inside the classroom. Where they learn how to solve real problems, not pass tests. Where they learn how to think, instead of what to think.

About the role

As a Primer Leader, you’ll be responsible for:

Communicating with families
As the face of your microschool, you'll warmly welcome families, share regular progress updates, and create new opportunities for family engagement.
Classroom culture
You'll build strong relationships with each student, establish routines and expectations, and create a culture that fosters students’ growth as independent learners.
Overseeing each child’s academic pathway
In core subject areas, you’ll oversee students’ personalized schedules and academic progress. You’ll be the first to notice when kids get stuck and think outside the box to curate and create engaging experiences tailored to students’ needs and passions.
Maintaining the physical space and operations
In partnership with Primer's operations team, You’ll design and maintain a clean, organized and inspiring physical environment.
Growing the school
You'll leverage your experience and communication skills to attract new students to your microschool. You’ll work with our growth team to support families through the process, removing barriers to enrollment.

About you

You believe schools need to take kids seriously and you are excited to employ a new approach to school. Your goal is to give students an extraordinary educational experience.

You love kids and families for who they are and are actively interested in helping your students find ways to explore their passions and curiosities.
You have that entrepreneurial spark and are an organized self-starter. You’re driven to build a powerful space for kids to learn and grow.
Families adore you and communicating with families comes naturally. When their kids move up to the next grade, parents ask if you can move up with them.
You are excited about a start-up environment and are comfortable giving and receiving feedback. The idea of change or iteration is exciting.
Your students feel safe to make mistakes in your class and can celebrate their wins and challenges.
You have 3+ years experience as a lead teacher, homeschooling parent or child care provider for K-8 kids. No teaching certification required.
You have a bachelor’s degree or higher.

This is a full-time position with competitive salary & benefits. Join us to be a part of the founding Huntsville team!

If this sounds like you, fill out the application below with a bit about yourself and we'll take it from there! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to email us at jobs@primer.com.

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What You Should Know About K-2 Primer Leader, Primer

At Primer, we're looking for an enthusiastic K-2 Primer Leader to join our team in Huntsville! Our mission is simple yet powerful: to transform the K-12 education system and make quality education accessible to all families. As a K-2 Primer Leader, you'll be on the frontlines of this mission, welcoming families into a unique microschool experience that emphasizes growth and independence for our students. Imagine creating a nurturing environment where children not only learn academic skills but also how to think critically and solve real-world problems. You'll build strong relationships with kids and their families, ensuring everyone feels engaged and informed. This role isn't just about teaching; it's about overseeing personalized academic pathways and cultivating a classroom culture that celebrates every child's curiosity and passion. You'll collaborate closely with our operations team to maintain a clean, inspiring environment and work with our growth team to attract new students, helping to remove barriers to enrollment. If you have at least three years of experience as a lead teacher, homeschool parent, or child care provider for K-8 kids and hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, this could be the perfect role for you! Join us in creating extraordinary educational experiences here in Huntsville, where students truly thrive. Your entrepreneurial spirit and love for families will shine in an environment that values feedback and innovation. Apply today, and let’s embark on this exciting journey together!

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What are the main responsibilities of a K-2 Primer Leader at Primer?

As a K-2 Primer Leader at Primer in Huntsville, your primary responsibilities include communicating with families, building a strong classroom culture, overseeing individualized academic pathways for each student, maintaining a well-organized physical environment, and attracting new students to your microschool. You'll develop a nurturing space that encourages children to explore their interests and grow as independent learners.