5th/6th Grade English Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $59,000 - DOE

Mason Preparatory is an independent school, Pre-K through 8th grade, dedicated to educating the whole child through strong relationships, academic excellence, and an engaging, student-centered learning environment. We are seeking a 5th/6th Grade English Teacher to join our collaborative and supportive faculty team.

Position Details:
Title: 5th/6th Grade English Teacher
Classification: Exempt (Salary) DOE
Reports to: Head of School
Schedule: Schedule: Full-Time; 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Occasional evenings or weekends may be required for school events.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in English, Education, or a related field required
• State teaching license required
• Proficient knowledge of curriculum and effective instructional practices, specifically related to grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension required
• Training in Orton-Gillingham or other Science of Reading-aligned structured literacy approach (e.g., Wilson, LETRS, or comparable certification) strongly preferred
• Must have strong knowledge of:
  • Grammar and mechanics (parts of speech, sentence structure, agreement, punctuation, capitalization, and usage)
  • Phrases, clauses, verbals, and verb tenses
  • Writing process and composition skills
  • Narrative, descriptive, expository, and persuasive writing
  • Vocabulary development through word study (roots, prefixes, and suffixes)
  • Research, source evaluation, note-taking, and MLA citation
  • Editing, proofreading, and revision strategies and methods (including MLA formatting)
  • Differentiated instruction to support diverse learners, etc.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Head of School, 5th/6th Grade English Teachers will:

• Provide high-quality classroom instruction aligned with South Carolina state standards while maintaining a safe, structured, and positive learning environment
• Plan and deliver creative, multi-sensory lessons (kinesthetic, tactile, auditory, and visual).
• Maintain clear and professional communication with students, families, colleagues, and administrators.
• Implement discipline policies with fairness and consistency.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
• Actively participate in school life, meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Comply with all Mason Preparatory School policies and procedures as outlined in faculty, student, and employee handbooks.

Why Mason Preparatory School?:

• Supportive leadership and a collaborative faculty culture
• Small class sizes that allow for meaningful relationships with students
• Emphasis on curiosity, creativity, and whole-child education
• Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities

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Interested candidates are encouraged to learn more about Mason Preparatory School by visiting our website to explore our mission, programs, and community. We look forward to connecting with educators who are enthusiastic about inspiring students.