4th and 5th Grade Teacher

Oakmont Education•Cleveland, OH

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Forrester Education is hiring a 4th and 5th Grade Teacher to instruct and nurture students at East Preparatory Academy’s Cleveland campus. The teacher will support students’ academic and social development through a well-rounded curriculum and a supportive classroom atmosphere. Forrester Education is committed to providing students with a transformational education and the tools to build a better life for themselves, their families, and their communities. The role focuses on helping upper-elementary students become confident, independent learners as they develop the skills they will carry into middle school. The teacher will provide engaging instruction across multiple subjects, adapt to diverse learning styles and abilities, support individual student needs, and partner with families and school colleagues. The position includes ongoing, job-embedded professional development. The role is full-time and on-site in Cleveland, Ohio. The listed salary range is $43,000–$45,000.

Requirements

Valid Ohio teaching license appropriate for grades 4–5.
Strong knowledge of educational principles, child development, and classroom management.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, adaptability, and commitment to continued personal and professional growth.
Passion for improving educational opportunities for urban students and building a strong, mission-driven organization.
Complete a BCI/FBI background check and comply with Ohio Administrative Code Rule 3301-20-01.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field preferred.
Classroom experience, including student teaching or internships, preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and teaching strategies for 4th and 5th grade subjects aligned with state and district standards.
Establish and maintain an organized, inclusive, and safe classroom that promotes participation, cooperation, and discipline.
Deliver engaging instruction across multiple subjects and adapt teaching methods to students’ diverse learning styles and abilities.
Assess student progress through quizzes, tests, assignments, and other methods, and provide timely feedback to students and families.
Identify and address individual student needs, including special educational requirements or learning disabilities.
Communicate proactively with parents and guardians about student progress, behavior, and concerns.
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and support staff to coordinate curriculum, share practices, and address school-wide issues.
Use educational materials, technology, and other resources to enhance learning.
Promote positive social and behavioral development, including respect, responsibility, and empathy.
Ensure students’ safety and well-being, including during emergency situations.
Uphold high ethical standards in interactions with students, parents, colleagues, and the school community.
Participate in ongoing, job-embedded professional development to stay current on teaching techniques, educational trends, and curriculum developments.