FY27: Teacher, Grade 5, Harmony Hills ES, 1.0 FTE

Montgomery County Public Schools; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 67,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking an Elementary teacher at Harmony Hills Elementary School in Silver Spring. Under the principal's direction, you will plan and provide learning experiences that support the intellectual, physical, social and emotional growth of students, aiming for Success for Every Student.

You will supervise students, monitor outcomes, collaborate with staff and families, and adapt instructional plans to meet diverse needs while maintaining required records and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MCPS curriculum and effective instructional practices.
• Ability to infuse technology into curriculum and differentiate instruction.
• Understanding of the teaching/learning process and multicultural education.
• Excellent oral and written communication and collaboration with staff, parents and community.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide appropriate learning experiences for students.
• Supervise students in school settings and monitor outcomes.
• Develop and modify instructional plans and materials to meet diverse needs.
• Maintain records and follow MCPS procedures.
• Attend school meetings and activities outside instructional day as required.

Skills

MCPS curriculum knowledge

Multicultural education

Technology integration

Strong communication

Collaboration with staff

Teaching/learning process

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Maryland state certification

Tools

None

Job description

Summary Description

Under direction of the school principal, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student. Supervises students in a variety of school related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.

Summary Description

Under direction of the school principal, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student. Supervises students in a variety of school related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.

Job Specific Information

The wage range for this position is a salary between $66,690 and $135,745 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

Job

Elementary

Organization

Harmony Hills Elementary School

Primary Location

Silver Spring

Schedule

Full-time

Working Months

10

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Sep 2, 2026, 8:20:06 AM

Knowledge Skills Abilities

Knowledge of MCPS curriculum, techniques for integrating curriculum, MCPS policies, and effective instructional practices. Understanding of the teaching/learning process. Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education. Ability to infuse technology into curriculum. Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school based staff, students, parents and community. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.Knowledge and application of the six performance standards that have been established for the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Teacher Professional Growth System (TPGS), and the Supporting Services (SEIU) Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Education Training Experience

Bachelor^s degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university.Certificate License:Meets Maryland state certification requirements in appropriate field of education.