Fifth Grade Teacher
Lake Ridge Academy is seeking a passionate and dedicated educator to join our upper elementary team as a 5th Grade Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. As a member of the LRA Lower School team, the teacher
will be responsible for all aspects of the classroom experience for students and families. Candidates must be comfortable designing and delivering developmentally-appropriate, engaging lessons in reading, writing, history, and civics, while fostering social-emotional
learning in a collaborative environment. We seek skilled, flexible, creative educators who focus on the developmental needs of upper elementary students.
will be responsible for all aspects of the classroom experience for students and families. Candidates must be comfortable designing and delivering developmentally-appropriate, engaging lessons in reading, writing, history, and civics, while fostering social-emotional
learning in a collaborative environment. We seek skilled, flexible, creative educators who focus on the developmental needs of upper elementary students.
In addition to teaching their classes, the teacher will participate in the life of the school as determined by the Director of Lower School.
Salary is commensurate with other independent schools in the Midwest.
Responsibilities:
- Build respectful, supportive, learning-focused relationships with students
- Collaborate with other teachers, the student support team, and specialists to meet the needs of students and to develop a dynamic, cohesive curriculum
- Deliver high-quality, intentional instruction
- Strong classroom management and organizational skills
- Develop strong home-school partnerships and communicate with families clearly, frequently, and with cultural sensitivity
- Participate in school-wide initiatives and events
- Engage in ongoing professional development and growth
Qualifications:
- B.A. required. Master’s Degree and/or Teaching Certificate preferred
- Prior teaching experience at the upper elementary level preferred
- Strong command of child development, including social, emotional, and intellectual domains
- Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
- Preference for familiarity with some of our core resources and methodologies: Responsive Classroom, Science of Reading resources, Project-Based Learning resources
- Passion for working collaboratively to instill in children a lifelong love of learning
- A commitment to belonging
- A dedication to being a part of an independent school community
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and references to careers@lakeridgeacademy.org
Tel: (440) 327-1175
Fax: (440) 327-3641
Fax: (440) 327-3641
Lake Ridge Academy is the only independent college preparatory school on Cleveland's west side. Our co-educational curriculum offers a unique blend of academics, extracurricular activities, and a focus on character development, all on our beautiful 93-acre campus. With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, our devoted faculty provides personalized attention to help every student thrive.