Grade 5 Teacher
About the Role
St. Raymond of Penafort, an Independence Mission School, is seeking a Grade 5 Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the school community by consistently going above and beyond, intentionally building relationships with staff, parents, and students, and dedicating themselves to mastering the craft of teaching.
The candidate will be eager to learn about and implement rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum that sets a high bar for student learning and should demonstrate a strong understanding of the foundations of literacy instruction and the standards of mathematical practice. Teachers may also participate in committees and other professional activities and will perform related duties as required or requested.
The successful candidate will model outstanding character in accordance with Catholic teachings and exhibit these traits through a positive classroom atmosphere and a commitment to the moral formation of students.
Responsibilities
- Set high behavioral and academic expectations for students and be skilled at measuring and using student growth data to inform instruction.
- Be an enthusiastic learner, committed to personal growth as an educator, and apply skills learned through frequent coaching, grade-level teamwork, and professional development.
- Actively participate in the school community by lending skills and interests to coaching and moderating extracurricular activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree (required).
- Clearances on all required background checks (required).
- Experience teaching diverse learners and differentiating instruction (preferred).
- A track record of leading students to successfully achieve expectations (preferred).
- Experience working with children and communities in an urban setting (preferred).