Grade 5 Teacher - Northwest Elementary School

LEOMINSTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS

NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Grade 5 TEACHER

2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

Job Description: 5th Grade Teacher

Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and passionate 5th Grade Teacher to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating a supportive and engaging learning environment, fostering positive relationships with students, and effectively managing the classroom. The teacher will deliver a comprehensive curriculum with a strong focus on Math and English Language Arts (ELA).

Key Responsibilities:

• Instruction and Curriculum Delivery:

• Develop and implement lesson plans based on the school curriculum.

• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet diverse student needs and learning objectives.

• Encourage and promote critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

• Integrate technology and hands-on activities to enhance learning experiences.

• Experience with task-based mathematical curriculum, such as Illustrative Mathematics, is a bonus.

• Student Relationships:

• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

• Build strong, respectful, and supportive relationships with students.

• Encourage student participation and engagement in all classroom activities.

• Address individual student needs and provide appropriate support and interventions.

• Classroom Management:

• Establish and maintain clear expectations for student behavior.

• Implement effective classroom management strategies to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.

• Create a structured and organized classroom routine that promotes learning and minimizes disruptions.

• Experience with PBIS and restorative justice is a bonus.

• Assessment and Evaluation:

• Regularly assess student progress through formative and summative assessments.

• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students and parents.

• Use assessment data to inform instruction and identify areas for improvement.

• Prepare and maintain accurate records of student performance and development.

• Collaboration and Professional Development:

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the broader school community.

• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational best practices and curriculum changes.

• Attend and contribute to staff meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and school events.

Please submit cover letter, resume, transcripts and evidence of ESE licensure.