5th/6th Grade English Teacher
Mason Preparatory School•Charleston, SC
•Onsite
About The Position
Mason Preparatory is an independent school, Pre-K through 8th grade, dedicated to educating the whole child through strong relationships, academic excellence, and an engaging, student-centered learning environment. We are seeking a 5th/6th Grade English Teacher to join our collaborative and supportive faculty team.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in English, Education, or a related field required
- State teaching license required
- Proficient knowledge of curriculum and effective instructional practices, specifically related to grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension required
- Must have strong knowledge of: Grammar and mechanics (parts of speech, sentence structure, agreement, punctuation, capitalization, and usage)
- Phrases, clauses, verbals, and verb tenses
- Writing process and composition skills
- Narrative, descriptive, expository, and persuasive writing
- Vocabulary development through word study (roots, prefixes, and suffixes)
- Research, source evaluation, note-taking, and MLA citation
- Editing, proofreading, and revision strategies and methods (including MLA formatting)
- Differentiated instruction to support diverse learners, etc.
Nice To Haves
- Training in Orton-Gillingham or other Science of Reading-aligned structured literacy approach (e.g., Wilson, LETRS, or comparable certification) strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality classroom instruction aligned with South Carolina state standards while maintaining a safe, structured, and positive learning environment
- Plan and deliver creative, multi-sensory lessons (kinesthetic, tactile, auditory, and visual).
- Maintain clear and professional communication with students, families, colleagues, and administrators.
- Implement discipline policies with fairness and consistency.
- Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
- Actively participate in school life, meetings, and professional development opportunities.
- Comply with all Mason Preparatory School policies and procedures as outlined in faculty, student, and employee handbooks.
Benefits
- Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
