What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-time 5th Grade Teacher position at Bear River Charter School?
5th Grade Teacher, 2026-2027 School Year
Bear River Charter School is accepting applications for a 5th Grade Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
Bear River Charter School is a K-6 public charter school serving approximately 205 students in Logan, Utah. We are a small school with a strong focus on meeting individual student needs through evidence-based instruction, positive behavior supports, meaningful relationships, and engaging learning experiences.
At Bear River Charter School, we value teachers who care deeply about students, work well as part of a team, and are committed to helping each child grow academically and personally. We are looking for a teacher who is excited to be part of a collaborative school community and who believes in building a classroom culture where students feel supported, challenged, and known.
Bear River Charter School features:
- Small class sizes
- Reading and math support from an instructional aide
- A multi-tiered system of supports to meet individual student needs
- Content integrated with field experiences
- School-wide positive behavior supports
- A focus on evidence-based practices
- A collaborative staff committed to student growth
Qualified applicants will:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher
- Hold or be eligible for Utah licensure in the area of assignment
- Demonstrate strong instructional practices and a commitment to student learning
- Show willingness and ability to support the mission and goals of the school
- Demonstrate effectiveness in teaching curriculum and using sound instructional practices
- Communicate clearly and positively with parents
- Support parent involvement and partnership
- Treat students, families, and colleagues with respect, warmth, and professionalism
Preference will be given to applicants with experience implementing positive behavior supports.
To Apply: Please submit an application through really. Top applicants will be contacted for interviews.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $59,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How do you adjust instruction when students are below grade level, while still keeping pace with grade-level expectations and curriculum goals?
- How do you use assessment data, observation, or student work to make instructional decisions? Please include a specific example.
- Why are you interested in teaching at Bear River Charter School specifically?
- How do you build a classroom culture that is both caring and accountable for upper elementary students? Please include a specific example.
- How do you use curriculum scope and sequence to plan instruction across the year and ensure students master essential standards?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $59,000