K-5 Teacher for 2025-2026 School Year

Summary

Small school seeking experienced teacher to provide instruction. Candidate must have verifiable experience providing instruction to K-5 students -General Education Components.

Bi-Lingual a plus! All instruction will be In-Person (this position is not Virtual)

Candidates must have minimum qualifications to be considered.

This position requires -

• Strong professional presence at all times when dealing with students, staff and parents
• Ability to wear a mask, gloves and use cautionary techniques throughout each working day, M-F (no exceptions)
• Ability to genuinely engage with all students and promote positive encouragement

The roles and description have varying pay scales, based on qualifications.

Selected candidates should plan for a face to face onsite interview and a Rubric & Planning presentation to last 60-90 minutes.

*Required skills candidates must have for this position: Rubric creation and Classroom Planning from scratch. Candidate must have current academic education experience working in a educational classroom, having provided direct instruction to students in K-5 environment.

All positions below will involve working directly with students ages 5-18 in an academic classroom. Candidates must have experience (work verifiable) working with learners who possess full-scale 'average intelligence' who may learn differently.

All positions require a clean personal background, Driving History, and criminal background check, and maintain a professional demeanor while working with staff, students and parents (at all times).

*Note - Only candidates selected will be contacted directly.

Educator - Candidates will deliver a modified curriculum, utilizing chunking/scaffolding techniques, and MUST have college degree, possess a current Bachelor's or Master's degree for candidates with ELA, Math, Science, History, or Social Studies concentrations.

Candidate for consideration must have minimum 3 years of verifiable educational experience; 4th year student Education, ELA, Math, Science or History majors (internship for practicum hours in Education) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary will align with educational background, current/valid certifications and experience.

Duties

• Teachers will prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration
• Teachers instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
• Teachers will have current knowledge and ability to create a Rubric for student success
• Teachers will assign and grade class work and homework.
• Teachers will prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
• Teachers will confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
• Teachers will meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs.
• Teachers will maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
• Read books to entire classes or small groups.
• Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
• Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems, or special academic interests.
• Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
• Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
• Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
• Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
• Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
• Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
• Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
• Organize and label materials and display students' work.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
• Administer standardized ability and achievement tests and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need.
• Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
• Involve parent volunteers and older students in children's activities to facilitate involvement in focused, complex play.
• Perform administrative duties, such as assisting in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.
• Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Provide students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.
• Sponsor extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.

Requirements

Requirements (Please only apply if you meet the minimum requirements listed)

• All candidates must display accurate knowledge and experience of daily planning protocol, chunking/scaffolding and ability to present materials in a way that is clear for understanding. Creating a Rubric is required for each candidate.
• All candidates must have proficient use of MS Office to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Google Products such as Sheets are required.
• Seeking candidates who want to teach and support academic learners in a small environment
• Should be flexible with multitasking and demeanor, able to redirect activities with children
• Should be punctual, arriving to work per schedule
• Should be articulate when communicating with staff, parents, and colleagues
• Should be professional with staff, parents and colleagues
• Should have a clean background history
• Should have a clean driving record
• Should have reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

• Creative talents for Arts and Crafts
• Athletic ability to participate in activities with students
• Ability to engage students on their activity and academic level

Benefits

Paid Employee Birthday (if falls on a weekday while in school)

Annual Bonus based on Performance

Employee/Employer Benefits Package

221 working school days

Flexible hours based on class schedule

No weekends