Grade 5 Teacher

June 11, 2026

<div> <div>Laurel Springs School, a subsidiary of Spring Education Group, a WASC-accredited school, is a pioneer in online private school education since 1991. Laurel Springs provides flexible and personalized learning experiences online for students in kindergarten through 12th grade and beyond.</div> </div>  Grade 5 Teacher Laurel Springs School | Remote, United States | Full-Time What We Offer <ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Competitive compensation package </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Medical, dental, and vision insurance </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Paid holidays and sick time </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> 401(k) with company match </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Tuition discounts for eligible dependents </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Professional development and growth opportunities </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Education reimbursement programs </li> </ul> About the Role Laurel Springs School is seeking an experienced and student-centered Grade 5 Teacher to join our online Lower School program for the 2026–2027 academic year. This is a fully remote teaching position designed for an educator who is passionate about elementary education and thrives in a virtual learning environment. The Grade 5 Teacher will support students through a combination of asynchronous instruction and live, synchronous interactions, providing personalized guidance, feedback, and academic support. This role requires strong communication skills, comfort with educational technology, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with students and families in a remote setting. The teacher works closely with other K–5 educators and the Dean of Lower School and must be able to collaborate effectively within a team. What You’ll Do <ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Deliver high-quality online instruction through a combination of asynchronous coursework and live virtual teaching </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Engage Grade 5 students in a structured, interactive, and supportive virtual classroom environment </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Monitor student progress and provide timely, personalized, and constructive feedback on assignments </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Proactively identify learning gaps and implement targeted interventions to support student mastery </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Communicate regularly with students, parents, and school staff via email, phone, and video conferencing </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Hold virtual office hours, one-on-one student meetings, and parent conferences </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Collaborate with curriculum and academic teams on course development and instructional best practices </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Participate in school-wide meetings, professional development, and community events </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Plan and participate in live virtual events, clubs, and student engagement activities </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Maintain accurate records of student performance and engagement </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Uphold confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions </li> </ul> What We’re Looking For <ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Active teaching certification (elementary or related field) </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Experience teaching elementary students, preferably Grade 5 or upper elementary </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Experience with online teaching, virtual instruction, or educational technology strongly preferred </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Strong understanding of learning strategies that support elementary-aged students in a virtual environment </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with students and families </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment while collaborating with a distributed team </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Passion for education and commitment to student-centered learning </li> </ul> Work Environment and Schedule <ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Fully remote position within the United States </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Full-time, 12-month role </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Availability required during standard business hours (Eastern Time) </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Participation in live, synchronous sessions, student appointments, and school events </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Occasional evening availability may be required </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Periodic travel for in-person events, training, or team gatherings </li> </ul> Technology Requirements <ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Reliable, high-speed internet connection </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Dedicated home workspace suitable for virtual instruction and meetings </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> Experience with learning management systems, video conferencing platforms, and digital tools preferred </li> </ul> <div> <div>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.</div> </div>

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