Grade 5 Teacher

Yarmouth Elementary School

Grade 5 Teacher

Anticipated Opening: Grade Five Teacher

Qualifications

• K-8 Elementary Endorsement (020)
• Experience working with elementary-aged students, preferably in a fifth-grade setting.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Passion for fostering a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• A positive team player and flexible collaborator.
  
  

Description

Yarmouth Elementary School, which serves students in grades 2 through 5, is seeking a passionate and dedicated Fifth Grade Teacher to join our team beginning the 2025-26 school year. Fifth grade teachers are part of a two-person teaching team. One team member provides instruction in math, science, and social studies and the other provides instruction in reading and writing.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a rigorous and engaging curriculum aligned with state and district standards.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports student success and well-being. A background in Responsive Classroom is a plus.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners, including those with varying academic abilities and learning styles.
• Utilize formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and guide instruction.
• Integrate technology and innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and families to create a strong home-school connection.
• Support students’ social-emotional learning and promote positive behavior support strategies.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and contribute to the school community.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues regarding academic progress and classroom expectations.
• Organize and lead engaging classroom activities, field trips, and special projects to enhance learning experiences.
  
  

The Yarmouth School Department, located ten miles north of Portland, Maine serves students in kindergarten through grade 12 in four schools and is consistently recognized among the highest performing school districts in Maine, with two National Blue Ribbon School awards since 2018. Continually striving to improve, we are eager to add more innovative, dynamic, and motivated educators to our district. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our district.

All application materials will be due at 4:00 pm on Friday, March 21. The review of applications will begin on March 24.