5th Grade Teacher

pccharter; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

pccharter is seeking a 5th Grade Teacher to provide engaging, standards-aligned instruction for fifth-grade students in Gastonia, North Carolina. The role emphasizes a supportive, structured classroom that fosters curiosity, academic growth, collaboration, and student success.

The ideal candidate holds a valid K–6 NC teaching license and a Bachelor's in Education or a related field, with strong knowledge of elementary curricula and developmentally appropriate practices.

Qualifications

• Requires valid K–6 North Carolina teaching license.
• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
• Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum and developmental needs.
• Ability to create an engaging, well-managed, student-centered classroom.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver standards-aligned instruction for fifth-grade students.
• Develop curriculum, assessments, projects, and learning experiences for diverse learners.
• Establish a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Differentiate instruction to meet individual needs.
• Assess learning with assignments, projects, tests, and other measures.
• Maintain accurate grades, attendance, and student records.
• Communicate professionally with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams and support staff.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, school activities, and other responsibilities.
• Support the school's mission, policies, and commitment to excellence and character development.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

Skills

Engaging instruction

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Collaboration

Family communication

Education

Bachelor's in Education or related field

K–6 NC teaching license

Job description

Position Summary

The 5th Grade Teacher is responsible for providing engaging, developmentally appropriate, and standards-aligned instruction to fifth-grade students. The ideal candidate will create a supportive and structured classroom environment that encourages curiosity, academic growth, collaboration, and student success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction for fifth-grade students.
• Develop and implement curriculum, assessments, projects, and learning experiences that support a range of learning needs.
• Establish and maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the academic, developmental, and individual needs of students.
• Assess student learning through assignments, projects, tests, and other appropriate measures.
• Maintain accurate grades, attendance, and student records in accordance with school procedures.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with students, parents, and colleagues regarding student progress and needs.
• Collaborate with grade-level team members and support staff to promote student success.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, school activities, and other assigned responsibilities.
• Support the school's mission, policies, and commitment to academic excellence and character development.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

Qualifications

• Valid K–6 North Carolina teaching license required.
• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field required.
• Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum, instructional best practices, and the developmental needs of fifth-grade students.
• Ability to create an engaging, well-managed, and student-centered classroom.
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to collaboration, professionalism, and continuous professional growth.