Upper Elementary Classroom Teacher 2026-2027 School Year

Atlas Elementary • St. Louis, MO

2d

About The Position

Atlas Public Schools is seeking a passionate and dedicated Upper Elementary Classroom Teacher to join our team. The Upper Elementary Classroom Teacher creates a nurturing, structured, and engaging learning environment where students feel safe, curious, and excited to learn. This role plays a critical part in helping students develop foundational academic skills, independence, and a love of learning that supports long-term success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of child development and early learning pedagogy.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Patience, flexibility, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with children.

Nice To Haves

• Missouri state certification in Early Childhood or Elementary Education preferred.
• Experience working with young learners preferred.

Responsibilities

• Internalize and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned to Atlas-approved curriculum (EL Education, Lavinia Group, RedThread Reading Foundations, and MySci)
• Deliver engaging, hands-on instruction that builds foundational skills in literacy, math, and inquiry-based learning.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse learning styles and developmental needs.
• Incorporate experiential and project-based learning as appropriate.
• Establish and maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom culture aligned with Atlas values.
• Implement consistent routines and effective behavior management strategies to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Promote independence, self-regulation, and responsibility while providing appropriate guidance and support.
• Recognize and respond to the diverse academic, social, and emotional needs of students.
• Differentiate instruction and provide targeted supports to help all students access learning.
• Collaborate with assistant teachers, interventionists, and support staff to meet individual student needs.
• Maintain open and regular communication with families regarding student progress, growth, and classroom updates using school-approved communication tools.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences, school events, and family engagement opportunities.
• Build strong, respectful partnerships between home and school.
• Conduct ongoing formative and summative assessments to monitor student learning and development.
• Maintain accurate records of academic progress and social-emotional growth.
• Use assessment data to inform instructional planning and differentiation.
• Participate actively in professional development, coaching, and team meetings.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices, plan instruction, and strengthen the early elementary program.
• Remain current on best practices in early childhood and early elementary education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level