5th Grade Teacher - Vacancy ID: 231965

SUMMARY: We are seeking a dynamic, passionate and student centered teacher to join our team. As a teacher, you will play a pivotal role in educating and inspiring students to achieve academic success and develop a love for learning.

Essential Job Functions:  (Other duties may be assigned).

In addition to and including essential duties performed by a teacher.

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the location and at the times designated.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity, interests, and abilities of students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals and state standards.
• Assesses the academic work and social progress of students on a regular basis, providing progress reports and report card grades as required, and communicating with parents when necessary.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by district policy and law.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Develops a code of conduct for the classroom, which is consistent with established policies and develops rules of classroom behavior, which are enforced in a fair and just manner.
• Plans assignments for and works collaboratively with teacher aides, parent volunteers, and student teachers (when applicable).
• Attends building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision-making among the staff.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
• Plans meaningful classroom activities for a substitute in case of absence.
• Maintains an ongoing program of professional growth that aligns with personal expectations, district goals, and state licensure requirements.
• Assists the district in development of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices, which promote student learning.
• Assist in developing and collaborate in implementing student behavior plans, academic goals, and IEP’s.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives and contribute to their academic success and future success. If you are passionate about teaching and learning and possess a literacy background or a strong interest in literacy education, we encourage you to apply.

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to stand, walk, and move around the classroom and school building for extended periods.  
• Capacity to bend, crouch, or kneel to interact with students at their level.  
• Sufficient manual dexterity to handle teaching materials, operate technology, and use office equipment.  
• Visual and auditory ability to read materials, monitor classroom activities, and respond to questions or safety signals.  
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, such as books, supplies, or small equipment.