5TH GRADE TEACHER - 195 DAY

IMDiversity; Triangle (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince William County Public Schools’ Triangle ES is seeking a dedicated 5th Grade Teacher for the 195‑day calendar. This in‑person position requires on‑site presence and Virginia teaching eligibility.

The teacher will plan and deliver instruction, assess student progress, manage behavior, and collaborate with staff to support student growth. Commitment to equity and family partnerships is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for teaching assignment.
• Virginia teaching certification or eligible for certification.
• Experience in K-5 classroom settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements an instructional program with differentiated instruction.
• Plans and delivers instruction per curriculum documents regarding specific teaching assignments.
• Assesses student abilities and outcomes; monitors progress.
• Manages behavior to create conducive learning environment; enforces safety.
• Collaborates with staff and participates in professional development.
• Supports parent/teacher partnerships and community engagement.
• Reviews and aligns with school policies and division guidelines.

Skills

Content knowledge

Child development

Curriculum knowledge

Lesson planning

Differentiated instruction

Technology integration

Communication skills

Collaboration

Professional ethics

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

5TH GRADE TEACHER - 195 DAY
JOB STATUS: OPEN
EFFECTIVE: 2026-27
POSTING NUMBER: 00059708
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT: Triangle ES
LOCATION: Triangle,VA
POSITION TITLE: 5TH GRADE TEACHER - 195 DAY
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION/REQUIREMENTS:
An essential function of this position is the ability to work in person and physically report for work on site.

JOB SUMMARY: This position plans and implements an instructional program and provides related educational services for students in grades K-5. This position manages student behavior, assesses and evaluates student achievement, and modifies instructional activities as required; carries out a variety of student monitoring and control activities; performs related duties as assigned. This position, covered by this specification, serves as a general education, elementary classroom teacher (K-5); classes taught may be single or team or departmental setting, but teacher might work independently in a unique teaching specialty. Some positions are assigned to reading or technology labs. This position is under the general supervision of a principal and or other designated administrator.
Job Description
DAYS: 195
FULL TIME/PART TIME: Full-Time

Teacher, 5th Grade

Job Code: 000252 Job Title: Teacher, 5th Grade
FLSA Status: Exempt Pay Level (Grade): 00012
Reports To: Principal Calendar - Primary: M - 195 Inst

Mission Statement

• We serve as trusted partners in education with our students, families, and community.
• We prepare our students to be critical thinkers, responsible digital citizens, innovators and visionaries, resilient individuals, and global collaborators.
• We commit to inclusive practices and equity with an expectation of excellence from every student and employee every day.

Job Summary
This position plans and implements an instructional program and provides related educational services for students in grades K-5. This position manages student behavior, assesses and evaluates student achievement, and modifies instructional activities as required; carries out a variety of student monitoring and control activities; performs related duties as assigned. This position, covered by this specification, serves as a general education, elementary classroom teacher (K-5); classes taught may be single or team or departmental setting, but teacher might work independently in a unique teaching specialty. Some positions are assigned to reading or technology labs. This position is under the general supervision of a principal and or other designated administrator.

Essential Responsibilities

This job description is a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Additionally, the scope of this job may change as necessary by the school division.

Essential Responsibilities - specific to this job

• Implements an instructional program, which provides appropriate learning for each student by differentiating instruction
• Plans and delivers instruction in adherence to the Prince William County Curriculum documents regarding specific teaching assignments
• Assesses student abilities as related to desired educational goals, objectives, and outcomes
• Plans appropriate instructional and/or learning strategies and activities, including determination of appropriate principles of learning, classroom organizational structures, and kind and level of materials
• Manages the behavior of learners in an instructional setting to ensure environment is conducive to the learning process and assists and participates in management of student behavior in other parts of the school, school grounds, and during lunch; this will not include the duty-free lunch, except in emergency situations; no student should be left alone
• Cooperates with and participates in the planning and the evaluation of the school program
• Requests the assistance of resource personnel as needed and works cooperatively to ensure an appropriate learning environment for all students
• Participates in the professional development program of the school and School Division
• Coordinates instructional activities and collaborates with other professional staff both school and non school-based, as required, to maximize learning opportunities
• Follows the ethics of the profession
• Supports actively a parent/teacher or parent/student organization and promotes parent/teacher partnerships
• Enforces policies and regulations as established by the Prince William County School Board and staff in accordance with any program guidelines
• Supervises pupil activities in buildings and on grounds during and after school hours and is responsible for the conduct and safety of students in the classroom and on school grounds; no group of students should be left unattended
• Demonstrates prompt and accurate written communications and reports
• Adheres to county and school disciplinary procedures

Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications for Successful Performance

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors

• Knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials, and equipment of grade level(s) or instructional specialty(ies) to which assigned
• Knowledge of child growth and development
• Knowledge of Prince William County Public Schools curricula, program of studies related to assignments and public school mission, goals, and organization
• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs
• Ability to plan and implement lessons using the Standards-Based Instructional Planning Process and based on Division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of assigned students
• Ability to utilize multi-media and computer technology, as appropriate
• Skills in oral and written communication; excellent human relations skills
• If teaching music, ability to teach through demonstrating singing/choral techniques, movement, technique on pitched and unpitched instruments and proficiency on the piano, ability to distinguish pitches and tone quality
• If teaching visual art, a personal portfolio demonstrating artistic ability and experience in a variety of media

Education or Equivalency Requirements

• Minimum
• Bachelor's Degree

Work Experience Requirements
Equivalent to at least Type Area or Field

Certification and License Requirements

Certifications/ Licensures Comments
State
Collegiate Professional, Post Graduate Professional, or appropriate vocational license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia with endorsement(s) required for teaching assignment(s); must be eligible for Virginia Teacher Certification Program or licensure
Other
If assigned off-site tasks or serving as an itinerant, possession of a valid automobile operator’s license to operate a vehicle in Virginia is required

Work Environment and Physical and Mental Requirements

The work environment and physical and mental demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters and is expected to meet while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment Type:
INDOOR: Work is performed in a standard office, classroom, or indoor environment. Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions; however, employees may be exposed to minor inconveniences such as occasional noise, exposure to computer screens, crowded working conditions, and/or minor heating, cooling or ventilation problems.