1st Grade Teacher

Granville T Woods Academy of Innovation; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Granville T Woods Academy of Innovation is seeking Elementary School Teachers for their Memphis location. The role involves designing lesson plans, developing assessments, and integrating technology into the classroom to meet the needs of 21st Century Learners.

Qualified candidates should hold a BA/BS and a current TN teaching license or be eligible for one. The position also requires effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a co-teaching model.

Qualifications

• BA/BS and current TN teaching license or eligibility is required.
• Ability to work in an extended day environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design weekly lesson plans and develop assessments.
• Integrate technology into lessons and plans.
• Motivate students towards achievement.

Skills

High academic belief

Digital content usage

Time management

Communication skills

Collaborative problem solving

Education

BA/BS in Education

Current TN teaching license

Tools

Office productivity software

Windows

Job description

Elementary School Teachers design weekly lesson plans, develop standards-based assessments, analyze assessment data, and create intervention plans to meet our 21st Century Learners’ needs. In addition, Granville T. Woods teachers integrate technology effectively in the classrooms and implement project-based learning.

Additional Responsibilities include

• Creating lesson plans
• Teaching 21st Century Learners a common core based curriculum
• Integrating technology into lessons and plans
• Motivating scholars towards achievement
• Meeting with parents regarding performance and conduct
• Developing 21st Century Learner improvement plans
• Working with special educators in a co‑teaching model for students with IEP plans
• Work planning with school and community teams
• Attending required professional development training
• Create and review student assessments
• Serve as a member of the leadership team charged with the overall success and operations of the school.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

BA/BS and hold and/or be eligible to receive a current TN teaching license in appropriate subject area.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Hold the belief that all students can learn at high academic levels.
• Uses digital content, technology integration, and project-based learning in a highly efficient manner.
• Have the ability to work in an extended day environment.
• Has the ability to teach in an inclusion environment with a co‑teacher.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact positively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient in the use of personal computers, office productivity software, and common business computer technologies (e.g., Windows, Word, Excel, printers, copiers, and scanners).
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Ability to multitask to complete a wide variety of tasks and projects.
• Attention to detail to ensure tasks are completed thoroughly and correctly.
• Flexibility to adjust to new strategies, procedures, and tasks as the organization evolves.
• Collaborative problem solving by seeking input and ideas from others.
• Reliability and discretion with sensitive information.
• Strong ethical leadership abilities.
• Ability to function with and without close supervision.