Teacher, Grade 5

Young World Physical Education; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun County Public Schools – John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary School, Leesburg, VA, is seeking a Grade 5 Teacher to design and deliver instruction aligned with the Virginia Standards of Learning. The role emphasizes assessment, differentiation, and collaboration with families and staff.

You will work with a diverse student population, support social and academic growth, and contribute to LCPS professional learning communities to continuously improve teaching practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
• Holds or is eligible for a Virginia teaching license, with an endorsement in an appropriate subject area.
• Demonstrated knowledge of elementary content, curriculum, and methodology of effective teaching.
• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with students, peers, administrators, and parents.
• Demonstrated skill in oral and written communications; excellent human relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Establishes a safe and supportive environment conducive to learning and student agency.
• Designs and implements authentic learning experiences using the Virginia Standards of Learning and LCPS curriculum.
• Personalizes instruction based on student needs.
• Assesses student growth relative to goals and outcomes.
• Adheres to LCPS Assessment and Grading policy and guidelines.
• Monitors and supports behavior in instructional settings and during transitions.
• Collaborates with colleagues, students, parents, and the community to promote learning.
• May direct work of teacher assistants, student teachers, and volunteers.
• Participates in the school’s professional learning community to deepen curriculum understanding.

Skills

Communication

Curriculum knowledge

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Virginia teaching license eligibility

Job description

Teacher, Grade 5

Loudoun County Public Schools – John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary School, Leesburg, VA

Job Details

Job ID: 5819832

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026

Job Description

Position Overview

The Teacher plans, designs, implements and assesses an appropriate instructional program in an elementary environment that guides and encourages a diverse group of students at all levels to develop and fulfill their academic potential. The Teacher designs learning experiences, monitors student progress and presents the information to parents, develops assessments, creates and reinforces classroom expectations, works with school administration to prepare students for a variety of assessments, and manages students outside the classroom, such as in school hallways, field trips, etc.

At the elementary level, the Teacher may be assigned to teach students from kindergarten through fifth grade. The Teacher promotes healthy academic and social behaviors in children in a developmentally appropriate manner and continues to positively reinforce these behaviors on a consistent basis. The Teacher also fosters independence through gradual release of responsibilities by allowing students to develop the skills to perform tasks without assistance.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Establishes a safe and supportive environment that is conducive to learning and enables each student to demonstrate agency, ownership, and reflection.
• Designs and implements authentic and engaging learning experiences using the Virginia Standards of Learning, LCPS curriculum, competencies, and strategies to maximize student achievement using a variety of tools and instructional resources.
• Personalizes instruction based upon the needs of students.
• Assesses student growth as related to educational goals, objectives, and outcomes.
• Adheres to LCPS Assessment and Grading policy and guidelines.
• Monitors and supports behavior of students in an instructional setting; assists and participates in management of student behavior in other parts of the school, playgrounds, and during lunch.
• Works in a collaborative and supportive manner with colleagues, students, parents, and the community to promote and support student learning.
• May direct the work of teacher assistants, student teachers, and volunteers to provide an effective learning environment.
• Supports and actively participates in the school’s professional learning community to deepen the understanding of curriculum, content, competencies, assessment, and the developmental needs of students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
• Holds or is eligible for a Virginia teaching license, with an endorsement in an appropriate subject area
• Demonstrated knowledge of elementary content, curriculum, and methodology of effective teaching
• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs
• Ability to establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with students, peers, administrators, and parents
• Demonstrated skill in oral and written communications; excellent human relations skills

Physical Requirements

The employee must regularly talk, express or exchange ideas verbally. The employee must be able to convey detailed instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly. The employee must possess normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain practices and policies. Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time. Must be able to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Reports to: Principal or Assistant Principal

FLSA status: Exempt

Months/Days/Hours: 10 months, 200 days, 7 hours per day

Salary Level: Scale A/Licensed

Salary Scale: lcps.org/compensation

Remote Work Eligible: No

Union Designation: Certified

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• RHL-B, TOL-A
• Email: [e-mail]