Elementary Teacher - 5th Grade

Applitrack; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield Community Schools is seeking an Elementary School Teacher for 5th grade at Benton Elementary School. The role requires a valid state teaching certification and involves curriculum design, collaboration with colleagues, and adherence to district initiatives.

The teacher will support a 1:1 Chromebook environment, use Google Classroom, and implement varied instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs.

Qualifications

• Must hold proper state teaching certification.

Responsibilities

• Participate in curriculum review and design
• Collaborate with department and grade-level teachers
• Implement district and building initiatives
• Remain current on instructional practices in education
• Create engaging, inclusive classroom environments
• Hold high expectations for student learning, achievement, and behavior
• Utilize diverse instructional strategies aligned with standards
• Communicate instruction clearly and effectively
• Provide effective classroom management and routines
• Deliver individualized and small-group instruction to meet student needs
• Plan a program of study meeting student needs and interests
• Assess student progress and provide timely reports
• Monitor progress and adjust instruction as needed
• Refer students for ESL/Reading services when appropriate
• Maintain accurate records as required by policy
• Maintain communication with parents/guardians
• Ensure safety and protect school property
• Abide by policies and regulations
• Participate on committees as assigned
• Support 1:1 Chromebook environment and Google Classroom
• Attend required meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education

State teaching certification

Job description

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Positions/ 5th Grade Teacher
• Date Posted: 10/2/2026
• Location: Benton Elementary School
• Date Available: TBD

Title

Elementary Teacher

Qualifications

• Must hold proper state certification

Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in curriculum review and design
• Effectively collaborate with department and/or grade-level teachers and other colleagues
• Effectively implement district and building initiatives
• Remain current on instructional practices in education
• Create active learning environment and collaboratively design settings that foster an enriching, nurturing, and safe climate where diversity and academic risk taking are valued
• Hold and articulate high expectations for student learning, achievement, and behavior
• Implement a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives and standards-based instruction
• Communicate instruction clearly and effectively
• Provide effective classroom management that includes teaching routines and procedures to maintain a safe and orderly learning environment
• Provides individual and small group instruction and adapts the curriculum to meet the individual needs, interest, and abilities of students
• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports in a timely and consistent manner
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly
• Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District (ESL, Reading, Special Reading)
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation
• Maintain good communication with parents/legal guardians
• Take necessary precautions to protect students, equipment/materials, and facilities
• Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations
• Serve on committees as assigned
• 1:1 environment with Chromebooks
• Working knowledge of the Google suite including Google Classroom
• Attend required meetings
• Other duties as assigned by building principal and/or supervisor

Requirements

• Complete and pass an Expanded Criminal Background and CPS Check

Compensation

• Competitive pay based upon experience

Contracted days

180 student days plus an additional 4 staff days

Reports to

Building Principals and/or Building Supervisor

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Reasonable Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.

Employment At-Will

Employment with Fairfield Community Schools is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause, in accordance with applicable law.

Background Check & Screening

All candidates may be required to undergo a background check, drug screening, or other pre-employment assessments as part of the hiring process.

Health and Safety

Employees are expected to comply with all company health and safety policies, as well as federal and state regulations to maintain a safe work environment.

Job Requirements

Additional duties or responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to support the evolving needs of the business, which may include tasks such as lifting up to 10 pounds or, in some cases, more.