5th Grade Lead Teacher Job at C. & E. Merdinian Armenian Evangelical School, Los Angeles, CA

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  • C. & E. Merdinian Armenian Evangelical School
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Location: Sherman Oaks, CA

Position Type: Full-Time, In-Person

Start Date: 2025–2026 Academic Year

About Merdinian School

C. & E. Merdinian Armenian Evangelical School is an independent, non-profit school serving preschool through 8th grade in Sherman Oaks, California. Since 1982, we’ve been dedicated to nurturing Christian values, Armenian heritage, and academic excellence. Our mission is to prepare students to be effective Christians, knowledgeable Armenian-Americans, proficient communicators in English and Armenian, critical thinkers, and responsible citizens. Merdinian is fully accredited by WASC.

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate and experienced 5th Grade Lead Teacher to join our elementary faculty for the 2025–2026 school year. This is a full-time, on-campus position (not remote), and candidates must be based in the Los Angeles area. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, structure, and a deep love for teaching to a classroom that supports the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development of each student.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead instruction in core subjects: English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies.
  • Design and implement engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans.
  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment.
  • Integrate Christian values and Armenian cultural elements into daily instruction.
  • Monitor student progress and provide timely feedback and assessments.
  • Communicate regularly with parents and guardians.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and participate in school events and professional development.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field (Master’s preferred).
  • Valid teaching credential or certification preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years of classroom teaching experience, preferably in upper elementary grades.
  • Strong classroom management and instructional skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Commitment to the Christian mission of Merdinian School.
  • Familiarity with Armenian culture and language is a plus, but not required.
  • Must be based in the Los Angeles area and available to work on campus.

Merdinian School is an equal opportunity employer. As a faith-based institution, we reserve the right to prefer candidates who share and uphold the school’s Christian mission and values. Employment is contingent upon background checks, reference verification, and compliance with school policies.

Job Tags

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