5th Grade Teacher

**Start Date:** 10/12/2026 *This is a short\-term contract through 5/27/2027 with possibility for renewal in August, 2027, based on performance.* Trinity Lutheran School is seeking a 5th Grade teacher who is looking for a change of pace from the stressors of public schools. We offer a shorter work week, a Christ\-centered work environment, and a family\-oriented atmosphere. Continue reading to see why our teachers are choosing Trinity over other schools. **Hours** 8\-3:15 Monday\-Thursday, 8\-2 Friday, plus two alternating Friday afternoon PD/meetings per month, Pre\-planning week, Post\-planning week, once\-a\-month school activities in the evening **Spiritual Guidance** * Teachers work together to promote an environment where God’s love in Christ is shared with students, teachers, staff, parents, and all who participate in the school community. **Instructional Duties: The teacher will...** * Prepare lesson plans that adequately describe objectives, methods, procedures, and materials. * Present lesson plans using teaching methods that enable student comprehension. * Monitor and analyze outcomes through selected testing methods. * Establish, maintain, and supervise the classroom environment with effective classroom management techniques designed to provide a peaceful and safe learning environment. * Plan and conduct student and parent conferences. * Act as a liaison between the school and parents. **Administrative Duties: The teacher will...** * Commit to ongoing professional development via an annual program of research and study, workshop attendance, and continuing education. * Learn new skills, such as integrating technology into the classroom, as changing pedagogy dictates. * Collaborate as a team player with teaching colleagues and administrators. * Perform various administrative and support duties, such as hall and lunch monitoring or classroom upkeep, as assigned. * Attend and prepare for faculty, department, or team meetings as required. * Consistently support and uphold school policies and procedures. * Model self‐discipline and ethical behavior. * Present self in a professional manner through appropriate dress, communication techniques, and demeanor. * Perform other duties as requested by the principal. * Work with assigned staff team members on organizational development issues. * Submit requests for supplies, books, and other teaching materials within established time and budget constraints. * Maintain appropriate student and administrative records according to school policy. * Coordinate teaching schedules, duty schedules, and event schedules with other faculty members. * Attend and participate in school\-wide activities, such as the fall festival. * Perform after\-school duty, lunch duty, and other duties as assigned. *Required: Level 2 Background Check through the State of Florida. Background checks from other states are not transferrable.* Pay: From $3,600\.00 per month Benefits: * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan Work Location: In person