Science Teacher, Grades 5–6

Job overview

The Science Teacher, Grades 5–6 role is onsite in Saint Louis, MO. Compensation is not specified. The Leadership School is a public charter school focused on growing students’ leadership capacity through rigorous, culturally relevant, relationship-oriented education. The teacher delivers daily science instruction and supports student learning through curriculum preparation, supplemental resources, data-informed lesson adjustments, consistent classroom routines, and communication with families. The role also includes dedicated planning, collaboration, coaching, and professional development time.

What you'll do

• Deliver science instruction using provided curricula and prepare supplemental learning resources.
• Maintain clear behavioral and academic expectations and classroom routines.
• Analyze student data, adjust lesson plans and instructional methods, and plan for unfinished learning.
• Communicate with families about student performance and collaborate with colleagues.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

the leadership school

science teacher

grades 5–6

saint louis mo

science instruction

public charter school

curriculum planning

student data

family communication

missouri teaching certificate preferred

weekly coaching

professional development

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Certified teacher starting salary $50,000–$70,000
• non-certified staff starting salary $40,000–$50,000
• annual performance stipends $1,000–$7,000
• comprehensive benefits
• PSRS/PEERS membership
• wellness and professional development days
• coaching, mentorship, and advancement opportunities.

Why this role

Approximately 60% of instructional staff time is student-facing, with approximately 40% for planning, training, collaboration, and communication. Missouri teaching certificate preferred. Starting salary ranges are stated for certified and non-certified staff; annual performance stipends are also offered.

About the employer

The Leadership School is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.