4th/5th Grade Combined Classroom Teacher

Date Posted: March 2026 Start date: August 2026 Job Description: Full-time, 12-month, Exempt Community Preparatory School seeks an upper elementary teacher to join our team. This is a full-time, exempt, salaried position. The teacher will report to and be supervised by the principal. Our ideal candidate would have experience teaching various subjects in a fourth-fifth combined classroom, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and a demonstrated interest or passion in working with underrepresented groups and their families. Specific responsibilities of the teacher shall include, but not necessarily be limited to the following: - Design and implement engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans for a 4th/5th-grade combined class. - Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages active participation, critical thinking, and respect among students. - Utilize various instructional strategies and resources to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom. - Incorporate technology and other innovative tools to enhance the learning experience and promote digital literacy. - Assess student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments and provide timely and constructive feedback. - Collaborate with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects and activities integrating math with other subjects. - Establish and maintain strong communication with students, parents, and colleagues regarding student progress, classroom activities, and school events. - Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices. - Perform other tasks as deemed necessary and appropriate by the principal. Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in education or a related field; Master's degree preferred. - Valid teaching certification in elementary grades is preferred. - Demonstrated experience in teaching math, ELA, social studies, and science in fourth and fifth grade. - Strong classroom management skills and the ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Commitment to ongoing professional development and a growth mindset. Familiarity with educational technology and its integration into the curriculum. To apply for this position: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to Natalia Corley (ncorley@communityprep.org). Please include "4/5th Grade Classroom Teacher Application" in the subject line. Deadline for application: The position will remain open until filled. School Description: Community Preparatory School – an independent middle school, serving grades four through eight – was co-founded in 1984 by educator and school reform advocate Dan Corley and economist Bob Hahn. The school currently serves 136 students, of whom 91 percent receive substantial financial aid. To date, 97 percent of its graduates have been accepted into college preparatory high school programs, and 83 percent are attending, or have graduated from college. Community Preparatory School’s mission is to empower its diverse student body to reach full academic and leadership potential while building Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of a Beloved Community. It is located on the south side of Providence. Community Preparatory School is dedicated to fostering a positive working environment by focusing on overall culture, supporting employee growth, and making employees feel safe and comfortable. One way we support our employees is through our comprehensive benefit plans, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision, LTD, a 100% vested 403(b) retirement plan, and generous paid time off. Community Preparatory School does not discriminate based on race, color, religious creed, retaliation, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, disability, mental illness, genetics, choice of health insurance, marital status, age, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates who will increase our diversity to apply.