2nd Grade Math/Science Teacher

American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE); Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks an Elementary School teacher for a 10-month position. You will plan blended instruction in core subjects, align to state standards, and collaborate with SPED staff to support diverse learners.

You will use technology to drive achievement, communicate with parents, and participate in data-driven TAP initiatives. A bachelor’s degree and LA teaching license (K-5 or 6) are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with at least 24 credit hours in content area.
• Valid Louisiana Teaching License for Grades K-5 or 6.
• Strong technical skills, particularly in integrating technology in the classroom to drive academic achievement.
• Demonstrated volunteer or community service.
• At least one of: National Board Certification, TAP Experience, Core Knowledge Experience, Experience with Blended Learning, 2+ years of urban teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a blended learning environment across Social Studies, Science, Language Arts, Health, and Mathematics based on state standards.
• Participate in TAP requirements with data-driven instruction.
• Create an inviting, innovative learning environment fostering critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Prepare students for strong academic achievement and required assessments.
• Communicate regularly with parents and track student progress with data and feedback.
• Collaborate with Special Education teachers and administration for needs of all students.
• Attend grade level and staff meetings and designated school functions outside of hours.
• Establish and enforce behavior rules and classroom procedures; be open to feedback from administration.
• Perform morning, lunch, dismissal, and after-school duties as needed.

Skills

State standards

Technology integration

Data-driven instruction

Parent communication

Urban teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Louisiana Teaching License (K-5 or 6)

Job description

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS

An Elementary School teacher is required to perform the following duties:

• Plan and implement a blended learning environment, providing direct and indirect instruction in the areas of Social Studies, Science, Language Arts, Health, and Mathematics based on state standards
• Participation in all TAP requirements, focusing on data-driven instruction
• Create an inviting, exciting, innovative and engaging learning environment that develops student critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Prepare students for strong academic achievement and passing of all required assessments
• Communicate regularly with parents
• Continually assess student progress toward mastery of standards and keep students and parents well informed of student progress by collecting and tracking data, providing daily feedback, weekly assessments, and occasional parent/teacher conferences
• Work with the Special Education teachers and administration to serve special needs students in the classroom
• Attend all grade level and staff meetings and attend designated school functions outside of school hours
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom you are responsible
• Accept and incorporate feedback and coaching from administrative staff
• Perform necessary duties including but not limited to morning, lunch, dismissal, and after-school duties
• Performs other duties, as deemed appropriate, by the principal

REPORTS TO/TERM

Principal

This is a 10-month position.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor’s degree or higher with at least 24 credit hours in content area
• Valid Louisiana Teaching License for Grades K-5 or 6
• Strong technical skills, particularly in integrating technology in the classroom to drive academic achievement
• Demonstrated volunteer or community service
• At least one (or more) of the following:
• National Board Certification
• TAP Experience (sign on bonus for TAP certification)
• Core Knowledge Experience
• Experience with Blended Learning
• At least two years of successful teaching in an urban environment