05 Grade

Alpine School District; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpine School District invites applications for an Elementary Classroom Teacher. The role focuses on implementing district-approved curriculum, fostering a safe and engaging classroom, and supporting diverse learners through planned instruction and ongoing assessment.

The successful candidate will develop lesson plans, coordinate with grade-level staff, and maintain records while promoting parental involvement in education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with Utah teaching license
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and pedagogy; ability to differentiate instruction
• Experience with student assessment and progress reporting
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers school elementary curriculum aligned with district goals.
• Creates safe, conducive learning environment for individualized and small group instruction.
• Plans lessons and translates plans into learning experiences to maximize instructional time.
• Assesses student learning and modifies instruction to fit individual needs, including for students with special needs.
• Maintains accurate records of grading and attendance as required by district procedures.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Differentiated instruction

Student assessment

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education

Utah teaching license

Job description

Elementary Classroom Teacher

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Position starting

One year

Certification

• Elementary 1-8
• Elementary K-6

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.