Classroom Teacher

Shelby County Schools; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated educator to inspire and guide students in their academic journey. This role involves creating engaging lesson plans, fostering a positive classroom environment, and assessing student progress to ensure their success. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Education, along with the necessary endorsements, and demonstrate a passion for teaching and student development. Join a team committed to shaping the future of young minds and making a significant impact in the community. If you are ready to empower the next generation and thrive in a supportive environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and endorsement in the grade/subject taught required.
• Must be highly qualified and possess a valid teaching certificate.

Responsibilities

• Create a conducive learning environment and prepare instructional materials.
• Assess student accomplishments and provide progress reports to parents.

Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Planning

Student Assessment

Communication Skills

Motivational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Endorsement in Subject Area

Job description

Purpose and Scope

This position is responsible for the professional instructions designed to provide academic, social, physical, and skills development for students in specific grades/subject areas to prepare them to be successful citizens and workers in the 21st century.

Essential Job Functions

1. Creates an educational environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and needs of the students; prepares instructional materials for classes assigned and provides written evidence of preparation to supervisor/administrator upon request.
2. Establishes a standard of classroom behavior; maintains classroom management in and outside of the school.
3. Assesses the accomplishments of students on an established timetable, and provides written and oral progress reports to parents/guardians, administrators, and selected staff; administers tests and assessments.
4. Plans curriculum and prepares lessons and other instructional materials to meet individual needs of students within state and school requirements based on the educational, physical, and emotional levels of student development.
5. Confers with parents, administrators, specialists, mental health staff, and appropriate resource staff to develop educational programs for students.
6. Creates learning materials geared to students' abilities and interests.
7. Instructs students by using educational strategies and techniques to improve sensory motor and perceptual-motor development, perception, memory, language, communication skills, cognition, social, and emotional development.
8. Motivates students and provides consistent reinforcement of learning skills, and provides continuous assessment and feedback to students for all learning activities.
9. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, and district and administrative regulations.
10. Assists administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student activities and conduct.
11. Sponsors student activities/clubs/teams/organizations and tutors students as requested.
12. Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree and endorsement in the grade/subject taught with a valid Tennessee certificate. Must be highly qualified. Governed by the Rules and Regulations of the Tennessee Code Annotated and the collective bargaining agreement. Must be physically and mentally able to perform the responsibilities and duties of the position.