5th Grade Math and Science Teacher

Position Summary

Ignite Community School Fort Worth is seeking a passionate student-centered and highly effective 5th Grade Math and Science Teacher who is committed to ensuring all scholars achieve academic excellence. The ideal candidate will provide engaging standards-based instruction that fosters critical thinking problem-solving and a love for mathematics and science while preparing students for academic success and state assessments.

Primary Responsibilities

Instruction

• Plan and deliver rigorous TEKS-aligned math and science instruction for 5th grade scholars.
• Develop engaging lessons that incorporate hands-on learning inquiry and real-world applications.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic needs of all learners including special populations.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies technology and manipulatives to maximize student engagement.
• Maintain high expectations for academic achievement and student behavior.

Student Achievement

• Analyze student assessment data to identify strengths misconceptions and learning gaps.
• Implement targeted interventions and enrichment based on data.
• Monitor student progress through formative and summative assessments.
• Prepare students for district benchmark assessments and the STAAR assessment.
• Participate in MTSS processes and intervention planning.

Classroom Management

• Establish and maintain a positive structured and safe learning environment.
• Implement campus-wide behavior expectations consistently.
• Foster positive relationships with students while promoting responsibility and accountability.

Collaboration

• Collaborate with grade-level and content teams to plan instruction and analyze student data.
• Attend professional learning communities (PLCs) staff meetings and professional development.
• Work closely with instructional coaches interventionists and special education staff to support student success.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and academic expectations.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate grades attendance and student records.
• Submit lesson plans and required documentation on time.
• Participate in campus events family engagement activities and professional learning opportunities.
• Demonstrate professionalism integrity and a commitment to the schools mission and values.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with appropriate certification (Core Subjects EC6 or 48 Mathematics/Science preferred).
• Demonstrated knowledge of Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).
• Strong classroom management and instructional planning skills.
• Ability to analyze student data and use it to improve instruction.
• Excellent communication organizational and collaboration skills.
• Experience teaching upper elementary mathematics and science is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience preparing students for STAAR assessments.
• Knowledge of MTSS differentiated instruction and intervention strategies.
• Experience integrating instructional technology into daily lessons.
• Ability to build strong relationships with students families and colleagues.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of elementary mathematics concepts and scientific inquiry.
• Ability to create engaging student-centered learning experiences.
• Commitment to high expectations and continuous improvement.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative school environment.

Required Experience:

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