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Grant Ragan Elementary

5th Grade Teacher - Grant Ragan Elementary

Pay: $57,200/yr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Waukee, IA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/26/2026

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An Elementary School Teacher teaches elementary school students, usually children ages 5 - 11 who are in kindergarten through fifth or sixth grade, in a public or private school. Teaches all subjects, including reading, writing, math, social studies and science, to one class throughout the school year. Plans curriculum and assesses student progress, manages student behavior and communicates with school parents. May specialize in teaching music, art or physical education, or teach students that are learning English, or work with students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.

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Job Description

5th Grade Teacher

Grant Ragan Elementary Waukee Community School District Grant Ragan Elementary
Waukee, Iowa This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs, and Waukee Community School District Job Details

Job ID:

5844880

Application Deadline:

Jul 30, 2026 4:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 10, 2026 Job Description

Position Criteria:

Valid Iowa teaching license, required Teacher-elementary classroom endorsement (K-6), required

Performance Criteria:

Demonstrates an understanding of the elements of a PLC and an ability to apply that understanding to a team situation. A solid understanding of and experience in using multiple teaching methods: collaborating, co-teaching, whole group/small group/individualized instruction. Commitment to differentiated instruction. Desire for growth is evident through personal and professional goals and willingness to collaborate with instructional coaches and building/district experts. Record of recent staff development/on-going education and knowledge of current research. Understanding of formative assessment and evidence of using data to adapt to individual needs of students of all ability levels. Knowledge of various types of developmentally appropriate assessments of children. Flexible, highly motivated, positive, and enthusiastic about working with children. Evidence of effective routines and procedures that lead to a positive classroom environment that promotes student achievement. Articulate in oral and written communications. Experience with diverse learners: Special Education, ELP, ESOL, etc. Proven proactive and positive communication with parents and families. Knowledge of and experience with using current technology to enhance learning.

Benefits:

IPERS retirement account 403B Tax Sheltered Annuity (TSA)

$50 per month contribution for certified staff Health and Dental Insurance paid for the employee (spouse/family coverage available at an additional cost) Generous leave package including personal leave, sick leave, family sick leave, and bereavement leave Employee use of District Facilities if a part of the Wellness program Wee Care
Childcare available at a cost for 6mos
5y for staff's children

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$57,200 Per Year