Lower School Fifth Grade Teacher at The McGillis School

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lesson Planning, Classroom Management, Differentiated Instruction, Project Based Learning, Experiential Learning, Social Emotional Learning, Culturally Competent Teaching, Student Assessment, Collaborative Planning, Behavior Management, Parent Communication, Curriculum Development

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Description The McGillis School, an established, independent K-8 school in Salt Lake City, Utah has an opening for a full-time 5th Grade Teacher in our Lower School beginning August 2026. Our mission is to educate children and instill in our students a love of learning and the abilities to think critically, live ethically, and appreciate the value of each individual. Our school is built on the premise that diversity, equity, and inclusion matter. As a school founded on Jewish values, culture, and history, we understand how vital it is to hear, understand, and learn from those who have been marginalized. We believe a diverse, inclusive community is essential to a rich educational experience, and we support each person in our community to reach their full potential. Commitment to this work is crucial for the long-term viability and success of our school. Position Description The Lower School Teacher is responsible for fostering a nurturing, engaging, and inclusive learning environment for students. The teacher will work collaboratively with colleagues, administrators, and parents to support each student's academic, social, and emotional growth. This position reports to the Lower School Director and works closely with students and families, as well as Lower School faculty and staff. Responsibilities: Create and sustain a classroom culture based on the mission and values of the school. Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding children as a priority. Supervise recess and lunch according to duty schedules, monitor student safety at all times. Develop well-reasoned, age appropriate lesson plans and units for all aspects of the academic curriculum including language arts, mathematics, social studies, social-emotional learning, and project based work. Apply various effective, research-based instruction and assessment techniques; differentiate instruction as needed; emphasis on experiential and project based learning experiences. Manage a positive and structured learning environment, embrace a responsive behavior management style to create a safe and comfortable environment for all students. Communicate proactively and consistently with parents/guardians and colleagues; conference with families twice yearly and as needed throughout the year; write progress reports each trimester. Collaborate with administrators, the school counselor, learning specialists, and specialist teachers to support students throughout the day. Attend and participate positively in faculty meetings and school events. Engage in professional development opportunities, as well as in the professional growth model specific to The McGillis School. Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times. Participate in co-curricular program opportunities specific to The McGillis School (Family Group, Shabbat, Advisory, etc.) Be patient, positive, and find joy in the journey of promoting a lifelong love of learning (limud l’shma). The ideal candidate will have: A commitment to collaborative planning, research, and analysis of best practices of teaching and learning. A commitment to experiential and project based learning, as well as a restorative approach to classroom/behavior management. A college degree in teaching, a related subject area, or equivalent professional experience. A growth mindset and comfort in taking risks. Familiarity with culturally competent teaching and the ability to build an inclusive and equitable community. If you have any questions, please reach out to Melinda Kaufman, Assistant Head of School, at mkaufman@mcgillisschool.org The McGillis School does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, culture, belief, socio-economic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, learning and physical abilities, and more in administration of their educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and financial aid programs, athletics, hiring, and other school-administered programs.

Responsibilities

The teacher is responsible for creating a nurturing and inclusive 5th-grade classroom environment focused on academic, social, and emotional growth. Key duties include developing age-appropriate lesson plans across multiple subjects and collaborating with faculty and parents to support student success.