5th Grade Lead Teacher

About the role

Great Hearts Academies is a network of 49 public, open‑enrollment, tuition‑free classical schools serving over 30,000 K‑12 students in Arizona, Louisiana, and Texas. The school’s mission is to develop students who are intellectually and morally good, fostering a love of learning through a classical liberal arts education. As a 5th‑grade teacher with a math focus at Great Hearts Live Oak Lower School, you will serve as a Homeroom Teacher, creating a welcoming, nurturing classroom that inspires wonder and deep learning. The curriculum includes Spalding Phonics, Singapore Mathematics, and rich content in History, Science, and Literature, and you will be supported by an Assistant/Apprentice Teacher.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.
• Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.
• Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home‑school partnerships.
• Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) is required for a lead teaching role; all majors are welcome.
• Certification is not required for general education roles.
• Must pass Texas Department of Public Safety (TxDPS) background clearance and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
• U.S. work authorization is required.
• May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

• Exceptional medical, dental, vision, and other health benefits with minimal employee cost.
• Participation in the Texas Retirement System.
• Professional development offerings, including great‑book seminars, leadership and special‑education coursework, and pathways.
• Reduced‑tuition graduate‑degree support with select partner universities.