5th Grade ELA Teacher (3489)

SOUTHERN AVENUE CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF ACADEMIC EXCELL•Memphis, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Southern Avenue Charter School is seeking a dynamic, student-centered, and highly qualified 5th Grade English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher to provide rigorous, standards-based literacy instruction that prepares students for middle school success. The ideal candidate will cultivate a love of reading and writing while helping students develop strong communication, critical thinking, vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension skills through engaging and differentiated instruction aligned with the Tennessee Academic Standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or a closely related field.
Valid Tennessee Teaching License with appropriate Elementary Education endorsement.
Strong knowledge of English Language Arts curriculum, literacy instruction, and Tennessee Academic Standards.
Excellent classroom management, instructional planning, and organizational skills.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to analyze student achievement data and implement effective instructional strategies.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience teaching upper elementary English Language Arts.
Experience with literacy intervention programs and reading assessments.
Knowledge of the Science of Reading and evidence-based literacy practices.
Experience working in a charter school environment.
Familiarity with MTSS/RTI instructional practices.
Experience integrating instructional technology into classroom instruction.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver high-quality English Language Arts instruction aligned with the Tennessee Academic Standards.
Teach reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, writing, speaking, listening, and language conventions using research-based instructional strategies.
Develop students' critical thinking, analytical reading, and written communication skills through a variety of instructional methods.
Differentiate instruction to meet the academic needs of all learners, including students with IEPs, 504 Plans, English Learners, gifted students, and students requiring intervention.
Administer formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and guide instructional planning.
Analyze assessment data to identify learning gaps and implement targeted instructional interventions.
Foster a classroom culture that promotes literacy, creativity, collaboration, and academic excellence.
Incorporate educational technology and digital literacy tools to enhance student engagement and learning.
Encourage independent reading through classroom libraries, literature circles, and reading initiatives.
Provide meaningful feedback to students on writing assignments to improve organization, grammar, mechanics, and composition.
Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, lesson plans, assessments, and student progress.
Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student academic performance and classroom expectations.
Collaborate with grade-level teachers, interventionists, instructional coaches, and administrators to improve student achievement.
Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), faculty meetings, professional development, and school-sponsored activities.
Supervise students during assigned duties, including arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, and school events.
Uphold all Southern Avenue Charter School policies, procedures, and professional standards.