Fifth Grade Teacher: Culturally Responsive & Data-Driven

Schenectady City School District; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Schenectady City School District invites applications for a Fifth Grade Elementary Teacher for anticipated leave dates Feb 28, 2027 – May 17, 2027. The teacher will plan, prepare, and deliver culturally responsive instruction, assess student progress, and keep families and colleagues informed with timely feedback.

The role requires NY state certification and a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s preferred, with a focus on differentiating instruction for diverse learners and sustaining a strong

Qualifications

• Certified in New York State.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and teach culturally responsive lessons and promote an engaging, rigorous learning environment.
• Assess, track, and provide timely feedback on achievement and development to students, families and colleagues.
• Maintain a strong home, school, and community connection and work with diverse learners.
• Differentiate instruction and scaffold to meet all learning styles and cultural backgrounds.
• Create a positive classroom climate and collaborate with families and staff for student success.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Culturally responsive teaching

Assessment and feedback

Family engagement

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree; Master’s preferred

Job description

Schenectady City School District invites applications for a Fifth Grade Elementary Teacher for anticipated leave dates Feb 28, 2027 – May 17, 2027. The teacher will plan, prepare, and deliver culturally responsive instruction, assess student progress, and keep families and colleagues informed with timely feedback.

The role requires NY state certification and a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s preferred, with a focus on differentiating instruction for diverse learners and sustaining a strong