5th Grade Elementary Teacher - External Applicants Only

Job Summary

The classroom teacher is responsible for creating a positive learning environment where students develop the skills to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, lifelong learners and productive citizens. Teachers maintain a safe environment; establish rapport with students, parents and colleagues; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education and do so in accordance with each student's ability.

About the Role

Plymouth Elementary School is seeking a 5th Grade Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate must meet one of the following licensure requirements: a Utah Professional Elementary teaching license or an out-of-state Professional Elementary license. Applicants must upload a copy of their current state license with their application.

Responsibilities

• Create lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the child.
• Utilize effective teaching techniques in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences which best utilize the time available for instruction.
• Utilize computers and other technological classroom support equipment in student instruction.
• Supervise students requiring both indoor and outdoor responsibilities (e.g. recess duty, gymnasium activities, etc.) in all types of weather and air quality.
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth, maintain appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
• Be familiar with and willing to implement Proficiency-Based Learning in evaluating students.
• Communicate with parents through conferences, telephone calls, e-mails, student planners, school website, and other appropriate means, to discuss the student's progress.
• Communicate and cooperate with other professional staff regarding the student's academic and personal growth areas.
• Create an effective learning environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with students, parents, school staff, district staff, and members of the community.
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, colleagues, and members of the community.

Requirements

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong computer and educational technological skills.
• Works independently with little direct supervision.
• Accepts responsibility and is self-motivated.
• Establish and maintain a positive learning environment and handle classroom management issues in a calm manner.
• Demonstrate effective multi-tasking and time management skills.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Requires a valid Professional Educator License for the State of Utah within the relevant "Licensure Area of Concentration" and if applicable, "Endorsement."

Benefits

Not specified.

Skills

• Ability to establish and maintain a positive learning environment and handle classroom management issues in a calm manner.
• Effective multi-tasking and time management skills.
• Knowledge of the Utah Science of Reading Requirement (S.B. 241).

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

9 Months

Additional Information

The position begins with the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate must meet or be willing to meet the Utah Science of Reading Requirement (S.B. 241) and be familiar with and willing to implement Proficiency-Based Learning in evaluating students. ESL endorsement preferred.