5th Grade Science Teacher (Baker Elementary School)

BakerRipley Community Schools - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

About the position

The 5th Grade Science Teacher at BakerRipley Community Schools is responsible for providing high-quality, innovative instruction that supports the whole-child approach. This role emphasizes the development of students through engaging curriculum, assessment, and collaboration with families and the community to ensure students receive a comprehensive education. The teacher will design and implement lesson plans, assess student performance, and maintain a positive classroom culture while fostering relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Applies the Understanding by Design framework to design standards-based curriculum.
• Differentiates lesson plans for students based on their unique learning profiles.
• Designs formative and summative assessments aligned with course objectives.
• Uses assessment data to modify plans targeting areas for improvement.
• Designs classroom procedures to maximize learning time.
• Continuously reflects on teaching practices to increase student achievement.
• Submits up-to-date unit plans, lesson plans, and grades.
• Facilitates meaningful learning experiences and checks for understanding frequently.
• Communicates high expectations for character and behavior.
• Evaluates and tracks student performance and adjusts teaching accordingly.
• Maintains a positive classroom culture of high expectations for all students.
• Collaborates with colleagues to ensure alignment of academic habits and mindsets.
• Participates in professional development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Contacts parents or guardians to praise or address issues with students.
• Creates a welcoming environment that instills values of respect and kindness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or related field preferred.
• At least one year of work-related experience with strong outcomes preferred.
• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate or acceptance to an approved Alternative Certification Program.
• NCLB Highly Qualified status as required by teaching assignment.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to establish rapport with families and children.
• Commitment to the vision, mission, values, and goals of BakerRipley Community Schools.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required.
• Effective STEM classroom experience with proven outcomes.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive community and collaborative work environment.