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Teacher job description template

Teachers plan and deliver lessons that help students learn subject content and build skills. They manage classrooms, assess progress, adapt instruction for different learners, and communicate with families. Copy this template, replace the bracketed parts, then run it through the free JD Analyzer.

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Teacher

About the role

[Company Name] is seeking a Teacher to inspire and support students in [grade level/subject]. You will plan engaging lessons aligned to standards, create a positive and well-managed classroom, assess student progress, and partner with families and colleagues. We are looking for an educator who believes every student can grow and adapts instruction to help them get there.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver standards-aligned lessons in [subject/grade level]
  • Create a safe, respectful, and well-organized classroom environment
  • Differentiate instruction for students with varied needs, including IEPs, 504 plans, and English learners
  • Use formative and summative assessments to monitor and report progress
  • Communicate regularly with families about student learning and behavior
  • Collaborate with grade-level or subject teams on curriculum and student support
  • Maintain accurate grades, attendance, and records
  • Follow mandated reporting and student safety policies
  • Participate in professional development and school events

Requirements

  • Valid teaching license or certification in [State] for the subject and grade level, or eligibility for an approved alternative pathway
  • Bachelor's degree, as required for state licensure
  • Knowledge of [subject] content and relevant state standards
  • Experience planning lessons and managing a classroom, including student teaching
  • Ability to adapt instruction for diverse learners
  • Strong communication skills with students, families, and colleagues
  • Ability to pass required background checks under state law

Nice to have

  • ESL, special education, or gifted endorsement
  • Experience with [learning management system or curriculum]
  • Bilingual skills matching our school community
  • Experience coaching or leading extracurricular activities

Pay

[Pay range] · [Benefits summary]

Pay transparency

Many states, including CA, CO, NY, WA, and IL, require a good-faith pay range in job postings, so check your state's rules and include the salary range or schedule before posting.

See the rules for your state in HR laws by state.

Write a more inclusive posting

  • Avoid 'young and energetic' or 'recent graduate preferred', which signal age bias; describe the teaching approach you want
  • Only include physical requirements that are essential, such as supervising students outdoors, and add an accommodation statement
  • Mention alternative certification pathways to attract career changers with strong subject knowledge

Hiring a teacher?

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Teacher interview questions

Frequently asked questions

Should I ask teacher candidates to teach a demo lesson?

A short demo lesson of 15 to 20 minutes is one of the best predictors of classroom performance. Give every candidate the same topic or standard and use a consistent rubric.

What should a teacher job description include about certification?

List the specific state license and endorsement required for the subject and grade. If your state allows alternative or provisional certification, say so to widen your applicant pool.

What are good classroom management interview questions?

Ask how the candidate sets up routines in the first weeks and how they handled a specific disruption in the past. Strong answers focus on prevention, relationships, and consistency rather than punishment alone.

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