Elementary Reading Teacher

Spring Education Group’s K-12 Division includes nearly 75 schools, with programs spanning Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, and High School. Across all our K-12 schools, the common theme is our dedication to providing high-quality education and delivering superior educational outcomes through a variety of acclaimed pedagogical approaches. Our private elementary schools provide challenging academics, personalized attention for each student, and strong partnerships among parents, teachers, students, and staff.

Our proven curricula and our caring community of educators are committed to delivering superior preschool through 12th grade education.

Elementary Language Arts Teacher – Paragon Prep

Paragon Prep has delivered a rigorous and nurturing environment to students PK-8th grade since 1997. Graduates are ready for the honors program of any high school and participate in athletics, academic competitions, robotics, and community service projects. Paragon delivers a first-rate education in a small setting for students who are excited about learning. Beyond mastering the most challenging curriculum in the area and the opportunity to earn up to five high school credits, students at Paragon Prep have the chance to excel in competitive sports and explore a wide array of electives, enriching their educational journey.

What We Offer

• Professional development
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee referral program

About the Role

As an Elementary Language Arts Teacher at Paragon Prep, you will provide engaging and rigorous English Language Arts instruction to fourth- and fifth-grade students. You will plan and deliver comprehensive lessons that strengthen students’ reading comprehension, writing, grammar, vocabulary, communication, and critical-thinking skills.

You will be responsible for creating an organized, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating classroom in which students feel supported and challenged. The ideal candidate is a passionate educator who builds meaningful relationships with students, makes learning accessible and relevant, and inspires a lasting appreciation for reading, writing, and effective communication.

You will also:

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned English Language Arts instruction for fourth- and fifth-grade students.
• Present lessons using varied instructional strategies and visual, audio, digital, and hands-on resources to facilitate learning.
• Differentiate instruction to address students’ individual strengths, learning needs, and academic progress.
• Create and distribute instructional materials, including lesson resources, assignments, assessments, and supplemental content.
• Assess and document student progress and provide timely, constructive feedback, grades, and academic support.
• Use student-performance data to inform instruction, intervention, and enrichment.
• Cultivate students’ abilities in reading comprehension, literary analysis, written expression, grammar, vocabulary, speaking, and listening.
• Establish clear classroom expectations and maintain a safe, organized, respectful, and productive learning environment.
• Encourage student curiosity, independence, creativity, collaboration, and confidence.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with families regarding student progress, classroom expectations, and areas for continued development.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers, specialists, school leadership, families, and other stakeholders to support student success.
• Plan and participate in classroom activities, school events, field trips, and other educational experiences.
• Monitor student behavior and well-being and follow all applicable school policies and mandated-reporting requirements.
• Participate in faculty meetings, parent conferences, professional development, training, and other school-related activities.
• Maintain accurate academic, attendance, and classroom records.
• Remain current on instructional best practices and continually strengthen professional knowledge and teaching effectiveness.
• Follow all school policies, educational guidelines, safety procedures, and professional expectations.

What We’re Looking…