Fifth Grade Teacher - Impactful, Flexible Schedule & Growth

Polkschoolsfl; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free educator liability coverage

Paid holidays, sick leave, and summer

No-cost employee health clinics

Health insurance

Mentorship and onboarding for new-te

Flexible spending accounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Polkschoolsfl in Bartow, Florida is seeking a Fifth Grade Teacher to implement a standards-aligned instructional program and foster a positive learning environment. The role emphasizes lesson planning, student assessment, and collaboration with parents and staff to support student growth.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and state teaching certification; the position requires dedication to ongoing professional growth and classroom management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Certified, Qualified and Highly Qualified as defined by the Course Code(s) assigned.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements a program of instruction aligned to district courses and goals.
• Prepares purposeful lesson plans and employs effective teaching strategies to maximize time on task.
• Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and assists in curriculum revision and materials selection.
• Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and enforces them consistently.
• Communicates with parents and coordinates with staff to support student learning and safety.
• Evaluates student progress using multiple assessment methods and adjusts instruction accordingly.

Skills

Bilingual/biliterate

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certified/Highly Qualified per Course Codes

Job description

Polkschoolsfl in Bartow, Florida is seeking a Fifth Grade Teacher to implement a standards-aligned instructional program and foster a positive learning environment. The role emphasizes lesson planning, student assessment, and collaboration with parents and staff to support student growth.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and state teaching certification; the position requires dedication to ongoing professional growth and classroom management.