5th Grade Teacher: Project-Based, Collaborative Learning

Gordon Parks Elementary; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Gordon Parks Elementary School is seeking a passionate 5th Grade Classroom Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The teacher will design engaging, standards-aligned instruction, implement project-based learning, and differentiate for diverse learners in a collaborative setting.

The role emphasizes building a positive classroom culture, strong relationships with students and families, and data-informed instruction to support all learners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field is required.
• Missouri teaching certification or ability to obtain is required.
• Experience teaching elementary students is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of effective instructional practices, classroom management, and differentiation.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and serving diverse learners.
• Ability to collaborate, reflect, and grow as part of a professional learning community.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver standards-aligned instruction in core content areas.
• Implement project-based learning units connecting learning to real-world problems and student voice.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse academic and linguistic needs.
• Integrate literacy and numeracy skills across content areas.
• Establish a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Foster relationships with students built on trust and high expectations.
• Use assessment data to monitor progress and inform instruction.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiation

Data-driven instruction

Project-based learning

Family communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Missouri teaching certification

Job description

Gordon Parks Elementary School is seeking a passionate 5th Grade Classroom Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The teacher will design engaging, standards-aligned instruction, implement project-based learning, and differentiate for diverse learners in a collaborative setting.

The role emphasizes building a positive classroom culture, strong relationships with students and families, and data-informed instruction to support all learners.