Immediate: Teacher, Grade 5 , Highland 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 seeks a Grade 5 teacher at Highland Elementary School to deliver rigorous instruction and foster a safe, inclusive learning environment. The 1.0 FTE position requires collaboration with staff and parents to support student growth across academic, social, and emotional development.

The educator will align instruction with MCPS curricula, integrate technology where appropriate, and use assessment data to inform planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Meets Maryland state certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide learning experiences for students.
• Create an atmosphere conducive to intellectual, physical, social and emotional development.
• Monitor and evaluate student outcomes.
• Communicate with students, parents, staff and community.
• Develop, select and modify instructional plans and materials to meet all students' needs.
• Maintain records and follow required procedures and practices.

Skills

MCPS curriculum

Multicultural education

Tech integration

Communication skills

Collaboration

TPGS/SSPGS

Education

Bachelor's degree

Maryland certification

Job description

Job Description - Immediate: Teacher, Grade 5 , Highland ES, 1.0 FTE (26006RT)

Job Description

Immediate: Teacher, Grade 5 , Highland ES, 1.0 FTE

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

MCPS Official 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.

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.