Teacher, Elementary (Maternity Leave-one semester)
Department: Instruction
Reports To: Principal
SUMMARY: To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to
learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to
develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade
education, in accordance with each pupil's ability; to establish good relationships with parents and
with other staff members.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned.
Teaches district approved curriculum.
Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative
regulations and procedures of the school district.
Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group
instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes,
phone calls, conferences, etc.
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning
atmosphere.
Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress
reports.
Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education
plans.
Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
Plans and coordinates the work of parapros, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field
trips.
Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the
student.
Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays interest centers and
exhibits of student's work.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervises classroom and students and volunteers.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able
to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the
knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor of Arts degree.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Valid Teaching Certificate.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical
procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and
procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups
of administrators, staff and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and
fundamentals of plan and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as
fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where
only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written,
oral, diagram, or schedule form.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to
instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives
and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective
relationships with students, peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication. Ability to
perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must
be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear
and sometimes walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may
occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. The employee is
directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material,
and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands
from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative
of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are performed indoors and
occasionally outdoors.
Please send the following to Principal Poe @
[email protected]
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