Job Description
Summary:
Upper Elementary Teacher needed to inspire and lead student learning in a dynamic school environment.
About the School:
The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that empowers students to reach their full potential.
The Opportunity:
As an Upper Elementary Teacher, you will play a key role in shaping young minds through innovative and student-centered instruction. You will collaborate with colleagues to design and deliver engaging lessons that meet the diverse needs of all learners.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement inquiry-based, differentiated lesson plans that align with curriculum standards
- Collaborate with colleagues to design and refine units using backward planning and standards-based assessment
- Deliver high-quality instruction that promotes student engagement and academic growth
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues to support student success
- Participate in professional development and stay current with best practices in elementary education
- Utilize technology tools, including Google Suite, to enhance teaching and learning
- Maintain accurate records of student progress through standards-based grading and reporting
- Support a positive, inclusive, and culturally responsive classroom environment
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Current elementary school license or certification for teaching lower elementary
- Minimum of two years of experience as a lower elementary homeroom teacher in an accredited elementary school
- Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners
- Strong communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues
- Experience with standards-based assessment, grading, and reporting
- Proficiency in using technology tools in teaching elementary students
Preferred
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Experience with collaborative curriculum design
- Experience with Teaching English as a Second Language
- Participation in current and relevant professional development in teaching and learning
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Supportive and inclusive school culture
- Access to a variety of resources and tools to enhance teaching and learning
- Work in a multicultural environment with a focus on student well-being and safety