5th-Grade Innovator: Cross‑Curricular Teacher

Young World Physical Education; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking an enthusiastic Elementary Grade Teacher for a 5th-grade classroom in West Des Moines, Iowa. The role involves integrating core subjects, managing social-emotional learning, and collaborating with fellow educators. The ideal candidate should have an Iowa Teaching License and a passion for building relationships with students. This full-time position focuses on developing critical thinking and academic skills through innovative teaching practices and supportive classroom environments.

Qualifications

• Must hold Iowa Certification for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse.
• Successful completion of Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation background check.
• Experience teaching elementary students.

Responsibilities

• Design cross-curricular units connecting Iowa Core Literacy standards.
• Lead the transition from concrete arithmetic to algebraic thinking.
• Implement school-wide PBIS and MTSS frameworks.

Skills

Time Management

Relationship Building

Differentiated Instruction

Education

Iowa Teaching License

Transcripts from an accredited University

Job description

Young World Physical Education is seeking an enthusiastic Elementary Grade Teacher for a 5th-grade classroom in West Des Moines, Iowa. The role involves integrating core subjects, managing social-emotional learning, and collaborating with fellow educators. The ideal candidate should have an Iowa Teaching License and a passion for building relationships with students. This full-time position focuses on developing critical thinking and academic skills through innovative teaching practices and supportive classroom environments.