Elementary Teacher, 5th Grade - 25/26 School Year bei DaVinci Academy of Arts & Science

DaVinci Academy of Arts and Science will cultivate a passion for learning through an enriched and individualized approach to education. The DaVinci community will work together to ensure positive character development and build a strong foundation for continuous learning.

POSITION TITLE: 5th Grade Teacher

REPORTS TO: Elementary School Principal

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The primary objective of the 5th grade teacher is to instruct and  support students and to uphold and advance the mission, vision, pillars, and goals of DaVinci Academy. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials, using approved curriculum

• Collaborate with colleagues to reflect on effective teaching practices and work to  continually improve skills

• Provide differentiated reading, math, science, social studies, and other instruction to meet the Minnesota K-5 academic standards

• Design lessons with clear, measurable goals that involve an appropriate mix of  quality technology programs and engaging learning materials

• Teach approved Core Knowledge curriculum to meet each students’ needs

• Establish and maintain a positive classroom environment to achieve an  effective learning climate

• Implement and support the positive behavior reinforcement system established by the school and maintain an orderly classroom

• Plan and coordinate the work of the paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom

• Keep accurate student records, regularly update grades on Infinite Campus or add to student portfolios 

• Prepare and communicate progress reports to families

• Identify student needs and make appropriate referrals to various team members

• Regularly communicate with parents via newsletters, notes, phone calls, emails, Infinite Campus, conferences, etc.  

• Maintain and improve professional skills by participating in faculty meetings, various staff development opportunities and formal coursework 

• Use data to drive instruction

• Actively participate in the Q Comp program by attending, and being on time for, PLC meetings and frequently contributing ideas that further the school's mission

• Display a willingness to be observed on a regular basis and accept feedback and  coaching from team leads and the administrative staff

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with the DaVinci Academy  community, which includes Faculty, Administration, Staff, Parents, and Students

• Perform other duties as assigned.  

Qualifications:

• Valid Minnesota Teaching License, preferred Tier 3 or Tier 4, in elementary education

• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills

• Experience using Google Classroom 

• Curriculum planning/alignment and instructional experience

• Experience with differentiation 

• Willingness to identify, interpret and follow school policies and procedures

• Show initiative and function as a self-starter

• Physical demands: able to stand for long periods of time.  

Position Information:  

• Salary Range: The 2025-2026 salary range for this position is $42,024 to $79,568.00. Salary offers will consider the candidate's experience, education, skills, and DaVinci Academy’s budget. Experienced candidates should expect a salary offer around the midpoint of the salary range. 

   

  • In exceptional cases, salaries exceeding the midpoint may be offered to attract candidates for hard-to-fill positions or those with specialized skills. Such decisions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

• Duty Days: Modified year round, 187 duty days per year

• Time Off: 4 paid holidays, 3 days of PTO, and 10 days sick time to accrue

• Benefits eligible

• Start Date: August 11th, 2025

DaVinci Academy utilizes the Frontline Recruiting Platform, please visit the site below to apply:

https://www.applitrack.com/davincicharterschool/onlineapp/default.aspx