5th Grade Teacher (Edmunds)

Des Moines Public School District•Des Moines, IA

About The Position

Des Moines Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for the 26-27 school year to serve as a 5th Grade Teacher. This position is anticipated to start in August 2026. Any elementary endorsed applicant (K-6) is encouraged to apply. Please note: The posted salary is drawn from the 25-26 Salary Schedule as the 26-27 Salary Schedule is not yet final. TITLE: General Education Teacher - 5th Grade POSITION TYPE: TCHR

Requirements

Valid Iowa teaching license (K-6 Classroom)
Knowledge of subject, curriculum, effective teaching methods
Demonstrated effectiveness in oral and written communications

Nice To Haves

Previous classroom teaching experience
Experience in an urban school district

Responsibilities

Deliver daily lessons, aligned to state and district standards that meet students’ individual needs and ensure growth.
Create a culturally inclusive classroom that meets the academic and social emotional needs of students.
Participate in building and district professional learning communities to plan for instruction, analyze data, and create assessments.
Monitor student learning on a daily basis.
Use multiple data points to guide and individualize instruction.
Communicate with families on a regular basis.
Participate in professional development.
Demonstrate consistent progress on meeting the eight Iowa Teaching Standards
Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
Maintain confidentiality.
Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
Assist with other duties as may be assigned.