Long Term Leave - 5th Grade

Perry Township School District

Alexandria (VA)

On-site

USD 23,062 - 54,377

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local school district in Alexandria, VA seeks a Leave - 5th Grade Teacher to facilitate student success through implementing district-approved curriculum and maintaining a conducive classroom environment. This role requires creating flexible learning experiences, supervising students during activities, and collaborating with other staff. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of current teaching methods and a commitment to student growth, with pay rates varying based on certification status and experience.

Qualifications

Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education.
Ability to adjust teaching strategies based on individual student progress.
Proven ability to establish clear objectives for learning activities.

Responsibilities

Facilitates student success by implementing district approved curriculum.
Develops lesson plans and maintains grading records.
Supervises students in various school activities.

Skills

Knowledge of data information systems

Communication skills

Cooperative working relationships

Knowledge of current teaching methods

Ability to maintain discipline

Job description

Date Posted: 3/11/2026

Leave - 5th Grade Teacher

APPROXIMATE TIMEFRAME: 9/29/26

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, facilitates student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.

Essential Job Functions

Administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Responsible for grading and entering grades into the system.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Ensure that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and grade level meetings.
Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs if certified.

Pay Rate

$125 non certified daily rate

$135 retired Perry teacher daily rate

$217.42 certified Teacher daily rate on day 15+

$275.75 retired Perry Teacher/Bachelors/long term assignment 15+ days on day one

$294.73 retired Perry Teacher/Masters/long term assignment 15+ days on day one

Equipment

Uses standard teaching equipment such as personal computers, printer, telephone, pens and pencils, dry erase markers, timer, etc.

Travel Requirements

No travel required.

Work Schedule

Standard teacher work schedule per building with specific start and end time dictated by school schedule.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with students, parents, and staff.
Proven ability to report work on a regular and punctual basis.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
Ability to meet professional teacher education requirements of school and district.
Ability to encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and to use that information to adjust teaching strategies.
Ability to maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Proven ability to establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%

Physical Requirement Percentage of Time

Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Very Frequent

Ability to lift 25 pounds. Seldom

Ability to carry 25 pounds. Occasional

Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations. Very Frequent

Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter. Very Frequent

Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation. Very Frequent

Ability to operate job-related equipment. Very Frequent

Ability to reach in all directions. Very Frequent

License/ Registration/ Certification