26 5th grade jobs found

Job Description I. Position Purpose The Elementary Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering high-quality, evidence-based instruction in a learning environment that fosters the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of every student. This role is dedicated to achieving the goals of the Blueprint for Maryland's Future and the mission of Somerset County Public Schools to ensure every student is college and career-ready. II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Instructional Excellence: Delivers curriculum aligned with Maryland College and Career Ready Standards (MCCRS) and the Blueprint for Maryland's Future. Evidence-Based Literacy: Implements instructional practices aligned with the Science of Reading (particularly for Early Childhood/Elementary roles). Data-Driven Decision Making: Regularly diagnoses student learning needs using formative and summative assessments to prescribe targeted interventions and accelerations....

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for a School Social Worker opening for school year 2026-2027 within the Special Education Department . The School Social Worker will provide integral support to students and families by coordinating services, providing consultation related to regional and school-based behavioral programming, counseling students, participating in the DCPS Special Education Core Team structure and collaborating across departments to promote student success. DUTIES : Provides integrated, coordinated clinical case management services. Assesses student and family dynamics as related to school success. Participate in IEP, MTSS teaming and administrative meetings. Provides consultative and crisis management services for DCPS as directed. Maintains case documentation. Advocates for children and families within the school setting and with outside agencies. Collaborates with community...

Job Description Title Code: C01622 Specialist: Academic 10 Month JOB SUMMARY Plans, oversees, and leads projects from ideation through to completion at the direction of content/program supervisor in support of the AACPS Strategic Plan throughout the year. The role encompasses all aspects of assessment, curriculum, data analysis, instruction, professional learning for all stakeholders, implementation of the Blueprint for Maryland's Future and other local, state, and federal initiatives. The position is responsible for the facilitation of interactions with internal and external stakeholders, setting and maintaining deadlines, and ensuring successful completion of content/program projects. Provides support to school-based lead teacher- and school leadership relevant to the content/program Additional Work Days/Hours Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed: Ability to work flexible schedules Evenings/Nights...

Job Description Title Code: Specialist: Academic 12 Month JOB SUMMARY Acts as a strategic collaborative member of the Academic team in support of the AACPS Strategic plan throughout the entire school year. The role encompasses all aspects of curriculum, instruction, assessment, professional learning for all stakeholders, analysis of data, and planning and execution of county wide events to ensuring a positive impact on the achievement of all learners. Provides direct support and assistance to schools to ensure instruction is aligned to best practices for all students. Additional Work Days/Hours Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed: Ability to work flexible schedules Evenings/Nights Extended hours Outside of normal business hours Summer hours Weekends ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Acts as a strategic and collaborative member of the Academic team to communicate Anne Arundel County...

Job Description Title Code: Specialist: Academic 12 Month JOB SUMMARY Acts as a strategic collaborative member of the Academic team in support of the AACPS Strategic plan throughout the entire school year. The role encompasses all aspects of curriculum, instruction, assessment, professional learning for all stakeholders, analysis of data, and planning and execution of county wide events to ensuring a positive impact on the achievement of all learners. Provides direct support and assistance to schools to ensure instruction is aligned to best practices for all students. Additional Work Days/Hours Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed: Ability to work flexible schedules Evenings/Nights Extended hours Outside of normal business hours Summer hours Weekends ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Acts as a strategic and collaborative member of the Academic team to communicate Anne Arundel County...

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for potential Middle School Science Teachers openings that may become available for the 2026 - 2027 school year. Working under the direction of the school principal and the content supervisor, this position works with students in decision making, interpersonal development, and academic growth by providing the strategies, resources, and instruction to enable each student to meet the demands of the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards. DUTIES : Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the needs, interests and abilities of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student; On a regular and consistent basis, meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated; Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives;...

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for Mentor Development Specialists . Working under the Coordinator of Educator Growth and Development, the successful candidate will serve as a mentor and district liaison, supporting new teachers and providing direct mentoring and professional support to first, second, and third year non-tenured teachers. This position plays a critical role in strengthening new teacher induction, improving teacher effectiveness, and increasing retention across the district. The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership and decision-making skills while in this role. This is an hourly position without benefits funded through the Title IIA grant , with a maximum of 22 hours per week. DUTIES : Train and support teachers in instructional strategies, classroom management, and curriculum alignment. Model effective teaching practices and behavior intervention strategies. Complete professional...

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for Mentor Development Specialists . Working under the Coordinator of Educator Growth and Development, the successful candidate will serve as a mentor and district liaison, supporting new teachers and providing direct mentoring and professional support to first, second, and third year non-tenured teachers. This position plays a critical role in strengthening new teacher induction, improving teacher effectiveness, and increasing retention across the district. The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership and decision-making skills while in this role. This is an hourly position without benefits funded through the Title IIA grant , with a maximum of 22 hours per week. DUTIES : Train and support teachers in instructional strategies, classroom management, and curriculum alignment. Model effective teaching practices and behavior intervention strategies. Complete professional...

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for potential Media Specialists for the school year 2026-2027 . These candidates will work under the direction of the school principal, plans, and administers the school's library media program, plans, and provides direct instruction to students, trains school staff, and manages library media center material, facilities, and equipment. The media specialist communicates the school library media program to administrators, staff, students, parents, and the broader community. DUTIES : Provide instruction to students in the area of information literacy skills, including information retrieval, evaluating the relevancy and accuracy of resources, and use of online databases. Schedule classes throughout the day to inform students and teachers about resources, references, and technology that can be used to reinforce and support the instructional program. Correlate a course of study for...

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is seeking a dedicated, customer-oriented professional to serve in the role of Human Resources - Coordinator for Licensure and Professional Growth. Under the direction of the Director of Talent Management and Assistant Superintendent, the Human Resources - Coordinator for Licensure and Professional Growth will administer licensure, certification, professional growth, tuition assistance, educator pipeline programs, and related personnel processes. The position serves as the district's primary liaison for educator credentialing and professional advancement while supporting recruitment, workforce development, HR compliance, and employee records management. This position is vital to meet the requirements of The Blueprint for Maryland's Future and fully implement the Believe in Us: Achieving our Potential Together Strategic Plan. DUTIES : Serve as the district lead for educator licensure, certification, and credential...

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for potential School Psychologists vacancies for school year 2026 -2027 . The school psychologist responds to requests for school psychological services: conducts formal school psychological assessments of various target student populations for educational planning, participates in instructional and behavioral support and intervention planning, provides consultation with referral to available resources in DCPS and the community at large, and provides program consultation to DCPS staff and parents. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct and interpret psychological assessments of students to parents, school staff and students, as appropriate. Assist in the development of educational activities and behavior management programs as they relate to individual student needs. Meet with the IEP team to participate in eligibility determination, placement decisions, IEP development, and...

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for potential Speech Language Pathologists vacancies for school year 2026 -2027 . The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for evaluating students with speech and language disabilities and determining their eligibility for Special Education services, completing assessment reports, and determining the educational impact of speech language issues. DCPS Speech Language Pathologists also participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) Team meetings, may serve as case manager for students that are identified as having speech language impairments, and develop and implement student IEPs. DUTIES : Provide direct Speech Language Pathology Services to qualified students. Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) with appropriate goals and objectives for each individual student. Screen, evaluate, diagnose, and remediate communication disorders of...

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for Special Education Teachers positions that may become available for the 2026 - 2027 school year. Working under the direction of the school principal and the Supervisor of Special Education, will provide direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities. The successful candidates will work in collaboration with the general education teachers and assist in the development of Individual Education Programs (IEP). This position also works with students in decision making, interpersonal development, and academic growth by providing the strategies, resources, and instruction to enable each student to meet the demands of the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards. DUTIES : Provide both direct instruction, and instructional support, to students with disabilities and general class teachers; Prepare for IEP team meetings, and provide case...

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for potential Middle School Mathematics Teachers openings for the 2026 - 2027 school year. Working under the direction of the school principal and the content supervisor, this position works with students in decision making, interpersonal development, and academic growth by providing the strategies, resources, and instruction to enable each student to meet the demands of the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards. DUTIES : Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the needs, interests and abilities of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student; On a regular and consistent basis, meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated; Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives; Provides an...

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for Middle School English Language Arts Teachers that may become available for the 2026 - 2027 school year. Working under the direction of the school principal and the content supervisor, this position works with students in decision making, interpersonal development, and academic growth by providing the strategies, resources, and instruction to enable each student to meet the demands of the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards. DUTIES : Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the needs, interests and abilities of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student; On a regular and consistent basis, meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated; Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives;...

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for Secondary English Language Arts Teachers that may become available for the 2026 - 2027 school year . Working under the direction of the school principal and the content supervisor, this position works with students in decision making, interpersonal development, and academic growth by providing the strategies, resources, and instruction to enable each student to meet the demands of the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards. DUTIES: Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the needs, interests and abilities of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student. On a regular and consistent basis, meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated. Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives. Provides an instructional...

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for potential Secondary Mathematics Teachers openings for the 2026 - 2027 school year. Working under the direction of the school principal and the content supervisor, this position works with students in decision making, interpersonal development, and academic growth by providing the strategies, resources, and instruction to enable each student to meet the demands of the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards. DUTIES : Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the needs, interests and abilities of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student; On a regular and consistent basis, meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated; Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives; Provides an instructional...

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for potential Secondary Teachers : Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics openings that may become available for the 2026 - 2027 school year. Working under the direction of the school principal and the content supervisor, this position works with students in decision making, interpersonal development, and academic growth by providing the strategies, resources, and instruction to enable each student to meet the demands of the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards. DUTIES : Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the needs, interests and abilities of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student; On a regular and consistent basis, meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated; Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to...

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for potential Spanish Teacher openings that may become available for the 2026 - 2027 school year. Working under the direction of the school principal and the content supervisor, this position works with students in decision making, interpersonal development, and academic growth by providing the strategies, resources, and instruction to enable each student to meet the demands of the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards. DUTIES : Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written lesson plans upon request of supervisor; Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the needs, interests and abilities of students; Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives; Guides the learning process toward the fidelity of implementation of the world languages...

Job Description Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for potential Early Childhood Education Teachers that may become available for the 2026 - 2027 school year. Working under the direction of the school principal, this position works with students in decision making, interpersonal development, and academic growth by providing the strategies, resources, and instruction to enable each student to meet the demands of the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards. Teachers are responsible for creating a supportive learning environment. They also develop and implement lesson plans and assess student progress. DUTIES : Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the needs, interests and abilities of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student; On a regular and consistent basis, meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated; Creates a classroom environment that provides...