Elementary School Grade 5 Teacher

SALARY RANGE : $53,680 - $112,672 based on degree and student contact hours

Job Summary

Guide elementary school students in their cognitive and academic development through instruction that is integrative, nurturing, and informed by teaching and learning standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Deliver effective reading, writing, mathematics, and science instruction via an inquiry-based approach utilizing appropriate resources, equipment, materials, technology, and student-centered instructional strategies.
• Provide differentiated instruction based on each student’s developmental level of functioning and preferred learning modalities.
• Implement assessment practices aligned with the school’s educational philosophy, particularly learning as inquiry based, as well as Mid-Pacific Institute’s instructional approaches and benchmarks.
• Work collaboratively with the preschool and elementary faculty on the educational program, school initiatives, special events, and ad hoc committees.
• Keep abreast of all new curricular developments and participate in professional learning opportunities relevant to content areas and school-wide initiatives.
• Perform various school and instructional tasks assigned by the elementary principal.
• Observe, complete assessment documentation, and comply with reporting practices and deadlines (i.e., student portfolio entries; performance continua; student comments).
• Establish and maintain a cooperative and collaborative professional relationship with students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college, with a major in elementary education or related field; a minimum of three years teaching as a classroom teacher in an elementary school setting; experience working within a collaborative environment. Must possess and be able to apply his/her knowledge and understanding of progressive education concepts as they relate to elementary students and incorporate 21st Century skills and concepts into daily instruction. Must understand the developmental phases (physical, cognitive, social, emotional) of young children and have experience communicating with parents to resolve student concerns. Must be computer proficient with various programs (e.g. Google Docs/Drive, Showbie, apps). Mid-Pacific has a Mac-driven platform.