5th Grade Teacher

Job Posting: 5th Grade Teacher
Start Date: August 2025
School Year: 2025-2026
Hiring Range: $50,000 to $60,000 annually

About Us:
Royal Palm Academy is a joyful, vibrant, independent, and family-oriented Catholic PK-8 school located in beautiful Naples, Florida. Committed to academic excellence and spiritual growth, we partner with families to provide a rich educational experience grounded in Catholic values.

The Opportunity:
Royal Palm Academy is seeking a full-time 5th Grade Teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year. This is a permanent, salaried position offering competitive compensation and benefits. We are looking for a passionate and experienced educator who will inspire academic success and foster moral and spiritual development in our students.

Position Overview:
As a 5th Grade Teacher at Royal Palm Academy, you will be instrumental in creating a classroom culture that encourages intellectual curiosity, personal growth, and joyful learning. Your work will help students thrive academically while forming strong moral character rooted in Catholic values.

Key Responsibilities:
- Embrace and uphold the mission, philosophy, and values of Royal Palm Academy
- Create a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment where students feel valued and supported
- Plan and deliver dynamic, standards-based lessons across core subject areas
- Integrate Catholic teachings into instruction and daily routines
- Implement effective classroom management strategies and promote positive behavior
- Differentiate instruction to meet a range of student learning needs and abilities
- Use technology to enhance instruction and maintain accurate records of student progress
- Communicate regularly with parents and collaborate with colleagues to support student learning
- Engage in school-wide activities and participate in professional development opportunities

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent certification in Elementary Education or a related field
- Minimum of 2 years of lead teaching experience at the K-5 level, or 5+ years in Catholic or independent schools
- Passion for educating elementary-aged students and commitment to Catholic education
- Excellent classroom management and instructional skills
- Proficiency with educational technology and school management systems
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; team player mindset

Preferred Qualifications:
- Practicing Catholic in good standing and able to teach Catholic theology
- Previous experience in grade 5 instruction or equivalent student teaching
- Experience with Orton-Gillingham or other multisensory reading programs (training available)

Physical and Other Demands:
- Ability to lead classroom instruction and supervise students in various environments
- Maintain professionalism and composure in a dynamic and active school setting
- Capable of managing up to 18 students and supervising outdoor activities on uneven surfaces
- Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds
- Ability to perform CPR and emergency response procedures for children and adults
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with students, parents, and staff

To Apply:
Please submit a Resume/CV in Adobe PDF format to Michael Bussman, Head of School, at [email protected]. A cover letter or email expressing your interest in the 5th Grade Teacher position is optional.