Fifth Grade Classroom Teacher
Clairbourn School is hiring a full-time Fifth Grade Classroom Teacher. Contract to begin August 1, 2025.
Requirements and Qualifications:
BA/BS degree
Teaching credential and/or Master’s degree preferred
Teaching experience of 3-5 years preferred
Test for tuberculosis not more than one year prior to or seven days after employment
Documentation of a Department of Justice criminal record clearance or exemption as required by law
Successful candidates will possess the following attributes:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
High energy level, creativity, and flexibility
Positive attitude
Ability to work collaboratively with other faculty to plan and implement curriculum
Ability to teach all content areas at the assigned grade level: language arts, math, social studies, and science
Ability to foster critical thinking, problem-solving, independence, and ethics in students
Experience with integrating technology in the classroom including interactive whiteboards, iPads, or laptops.
Ability to successfully develop and maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues, and school families
Physically able to perform the duties of the job
Willingness to support the philosophy of the school
Clairbourn seeks individuals who support our tradition of strong academics in a context of ethical and spiritual values, including honesty, respect, responsibility, spirituality, and citizenship. Our mission is Creating Scholars and Leaders with Heart.
Salary is competitive and is commensurate with education, skills, and experience with a generous benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, and retirement benefits. Salary range is between $58,000 and $95,000 based on our salary scale.
Application Process:
Submit letter of interest, resume, and letters of recommendation as a single pdf to Janet Taylor, Assistant Head of School, via email at employment@clairbourn.org.
Clairbourn School is a coeducational, private school for students in preschool through middle school (JPK-8th) that has continuously served the greater Pasadena area since 1926. We are known for excellent academics, our welcoming community, our attractive campus, and a strong record of sending graduates to top area high schools.
Clairbourn School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Clairbourn is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in school operations. Clairbourn prohibits unlawful discrimination against any job applicant, employee or unpaid intern by any employee of the School, including supervisors and coworkers.
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