5th/6th Grade English Teacher

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: https://www.masonprep.org/ to explore our mission, programs, and community. We look forward to connecting with educators who are enthusiastic about inspiring students.