1st Grade Teacher

Gavin School District 37; Ingleside (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated 1st Grade Teacher to foster a supportive and engaging learning environment. This role involves planning and implementing a tailored curriculum that meets the diverse needs of students. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Illinois State License and demonstrate strong classroom management skills. Join a collaborative team focused on student development and educational excellence. This full-time position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners during the school year.

Qualifications

• State of Illinois License Endorsements in content area required.
• Ability to create a conducive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements a program of study tailored to students' needs.
• Guides learning processes and establishes clear objectives.
• Assesses student accomplishments and provides progress reports.

Skills

Illinois State License

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Student Assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

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Position Details

• Reports To: Principal
• Supervises: Students
• Department: Building
• Classification: Teacher
• Work Year: 180 days
• Contract Dates: School year inclusive
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Evaluation: Per GEA Contract

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Qualifications

Appropriate State of Illinois License Endorsements in content area

Purpose

To help students learn subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Plans a program of study adopted by the Board of Education that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, etc., to communicate these objectives to students.
• Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Facilitates the referral of students with possible learning disabilities, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Counsels with colleagues, students, and parents on a regular basis.
• Assists the administration in implementing policies and rules governing student life and conduct, develops classroom behavior rules, and maintains order fairly and justly.
• Plans and supervises assignments for teacher assistant(s) and/or volunteer(s).
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Attends staff meetings as appropriate.
• Performs other tasks as appropriate.

Gavin School District 37 assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by law. This description aims to reflect the position's activities and requirements but is not exhaustive of all responsibilities or skills involved.

Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment

The work environment is characterized by moderate to loud noise levels. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Primary and Secondary Education

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