5th Grade Teacher Jobs

5th Grade Teacher jobs are open across public school districts, private schools, charter networks, and online academies, at every level from first-year classroom teacher to lead and department head, with specializations in special education, bilingual instruction, and STEM. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles175+
Top stateNorth Carolina
Top employerDenver Public Schools
Top cityRaleigh, NC
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Part-Time Reading Tutor for 5th Grade Student in Longwood, FL
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Part-Time Reading Tutor for 5th Grade Student in Longwood, FL
Knowledge Plus Tutoring
Longwood, Florida
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
$35 - $40/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree

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Elementary Teacher, 5th-Grade
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Elementary Teacher, 5th-Grade
Delaware Schools Consortium
Delaware
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Master's degree in education

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Teacher, K-6/ 5th Grade Math/Science
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Teacher, K-6/ 5th Grade Math/Science
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
Charlotte, North Carolina
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
Teaching Certification
10,000+

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Elementary Teacher (5th Grade - ELA )
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Elementary Teacher (5th Grade - ELA )
Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson
Paterson, New Jersey
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
$60k - $70k/yr
CPR Certification

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5th GRADE TEACHER (A) (ELA/SCIENCE)
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5th GRADE TEACHER (A) (ELA/SCIENCE)
Whiteville City Schools
Whiteville, North Carolina
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction

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5th Grade Teacher Job Market

Who's Hiring

Denver Public Schools8 open roles
Wake County Public School System8 open roles
IDEA Public Schools5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in 5th grade teacher jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in education or a subject-area field with a state-issued teaching license
  • Valid elementary or multiple-subject teaching credential for the state of employment
  • Experience designing standards-aligned lesson plans and differentiated instruction
  • Proficiency with learning management systems and classroom technology tools
  • Ability to analyze student assessment data to inform instruction and report to families
  • Strong classroom management skills with experience in positive behavior intervention strategies

Tips for Your 5th Grade Teacher Job Search

Tailor your resume to grade-band expectations

Fifth grade sits at the bridge between elementary and middle school, so highlight any experience with departmentalized instruction, subject-specific units, or state standardized test prep. Hiring principals notice when candidates speak directly to upper-elementary demands rather than generic K-5 language.

List your state licensure and endorsements clearly

Put your teaching credential, state of issuance, and any add-on endorsements like ESL, special education, or gifted education near the top of your resume. Applicant tracking systems screen for licensure keywords before a human ever reads your application.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists 5th grade teacher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by district size and setting

A rural Title I school and a suburban private academy expect very different things from a 5th grade teacher. When searching, pay attention to enrollment size, free-and-reduced-lunch percentage, and curriculum notes so you apply to environments where your approach actually fits.

Bring a sample lesson to every interview

Most 5th grade teacher interviews include a demo lesson or a teaching philosophy discussion. Prepare a 15-to-20-minute lesson on a standards-aligned topic and have a one-page overview ready to leave behind, because panels remember candidates who show rather than just tell.

Negotiate start date and prep time, not just pay

Once you have an offer, ask about contract start date relative to the first student day, classroom setup time, and onboarding support for new teachers. These details affect your first year more than small salary differences and are often flexible before you sign.

5th Grade Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most 5th grade teachers?

The companies hiring the most 5th grade teachers right now include Denver Public Schools, Wake County Public School System, and IDEA Public Schools, with the largest share of openings in North Carolina, Texas, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Openings at charter networks and large urban districts tend to refresh most frequently throughout the hiring season.

How many 5th grade teacher jobs are remote?

About 0% of 5th grade teacher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the in-person nature of most elementary classroom roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are online curriculum development, virtual charter school instruction, and educational coaching positions that support 5th grade teachers rather than directly leading a classroom.

How do you become a 5th grade teacher?

Earn a bachelor's degree in elementary education or a content area, complete a state-approved teacher preparation program that includes student teaching at the upper-elementary level, then pass your state's licensure exams. After receiving your credential, apply to districts and charter schools with openings at the 5th grade level and be prepared to complete a background check before your start date.

Can you get hired as a 5th grade teacher with little or no classroom experience?

Yes, many districts hire candidates who have completed student teaching but have no independent classroom experience, particularly when you can point to strong mentor evaluations, a detailed portfolio of lesson plans, and familiarity with the grade's standards. Substitute teaching, tutoring upper-elementary students, or working as a paraeducator in a 4th or 5th grade classroom strengthens your application significantly before you land your first full contract.

What does the 5th grade teacher interview process look like?

Most 5th grade teacher interviews begin with a phone or video screen with a district HR contact, followed by an in-person panel interview with the principal and one or two grade-level teachers. Many schools also ask candidates to deliver a short demo lesson to a live group of students or to a panel role-playing as students. Final-round candidates often tour the building and meet briefly with department or grade-level leads before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to 5th grade teacher jobs?

You can find and apply to 5th grade teacher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from public school districts, charter networks, private schools, and online academies across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your credential, grade-level experience, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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