Job Title: 5th Grade Elementary Teacher

Reports to: Principal
Location: Gilbert Elementary Campus
Position Type: Full-Time
Length of Contract: 12 Months

Job Description

Benjamin Franklin Charter School is looking for a 5th Grade Elementary Teacher to join our Elementary Team for the 2026-2027 school year.

Responsibilities

• While under the direct supervision of the Principal, the Teacher will plan, organize, and implement the school’s instructional program in a learning environment that motivates and guides students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. 
• Support BFCS Vision, Mission, and Goals.
• Promote and adhere to BFCS policies and procedures.
• Provide a safe, structured environment focused on academic excellence. 
• Create a learning environment that is engaging and conducive to effective instruction; maintain standards of student behavior.
• Provide direct instruction using a Back-to-Basics curriculum including Spalding (reading & writing), Saxon Math, Science, and Social Studies.
• Prepare and follow lesson plans correlated with the prescribed curriculum and pacing guides.
• Communicate learning objectives to students in a well-planned, organized manner using clear and precise language.
• Monitor and assess student progress; provide ongoing feedback to students and parents.
• Use classroom and state assessment data to inform and improve instruction.
• Participate in team reviews concerning students’ academic progress.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis to discuss students’ progress and interpret the instructional program. 
• Maintain accurate, complete, and legible records as required by law and school policy.
• Reflect on teaching practices and strive to improve professional competence.
• Assume responsibility for meeting classroom and school-wide student performance goals.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Participate in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participate in school-wide events, scheduled meetings, and parent conferences.
• Meet any additional specific job requirements as indicated by the school site or District.

Professional Competencies

• Be responsible, reliable, and punctual.
• Promote positive interactions with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Be flexible and adaptable to change.
• Positively accept direction and performance feedback.
• Exercise positive and proactive problem solving skills for personal behavior and conflict resolution.
• Direct constructive criticism and concerns to the appropriate source.
• Be a positive role model for students and colleagues.

BFCS Core Values

• Practice and Emulate Virtue – Act honorably and with integrity.
• Be Intellectually Curious – Have a passion for learning and growth.
• Have a Growth Mindset – Be flexible and adaptable to change.
• Be Intentionally Positive – Approach situations with the right intention.
• Promote Civility – Treat others with respect and understanding.

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