Full-time 5th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Location: San Ramon, California | Type: Full Time
About the Role
The Dorris-Eaton School, a highly-respected independent K-8 college preparatory school in San Ramon, CA, is seeking a dynamic language arts teacher. We are looking for an enthusiastic educator who will inspire a love of literature and writing while helping students understand how using proper grammar clarifies a writer’s meaning.
Our language arts schedule includes separate classes in literature, writing, and grammar, with emphasis placed on reading comprehension, literary analysis, and group discussion. Using the Bay Area Writing Project process provides a strong foundation for writing five-paragraph essays, compare-and-contrast pieces, personal narratives, and book reviews. Grammar instruction extends concepts introduced in kindergarten through fourth grade, preparing students for junior high content.
The ideal candidate is committed to creating a classroom that encourages curiosity, exploration, and thoughtful discussion. As a homeroom teacher, expertise with social-emotional learning, executive-functioning skills, and study strategies is highly valued, enabling students to grow with confidence and independence. Beyond the classroom, Dorris-Eaton teachers take an active role in supporting school-wide activities that enrich the overall student experience.
Responsibilities
- Teach upper elementary language arts, including separate classes in literature, writing, and grammar
- Foster a positive, interactive, and inquiry-driven classroom environment
- Develop students' reading comprehension, literary analysis, and writing skills
- Integrate technology into classroom learning
- Support school-wide activities that enrich the student experience
- Incorporate social-emotional learning, executive-functioning skills, and study strategies
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or beyond
- 3+ years of teaching experience preferred
- Proficiency in teaching upper elementary grades
- Strong organizational, planning, and classroom instructional skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate and be flexible
- Commitment to fostering good character and a positive classroom environment
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Average class size of 18 students
- Engaged and motivated learners
- Excellent facilities and resources
- Supportive and respectful parent community
- Supportive administrative team
- Dynamic, team-oriented faculty
- Planning time built into the daily schedule