3rd grade Teacher- Sequoia Lehi in Mesa, AZ

Edkey, Inc.; Lehi (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Edkey, Inc. is seeking a dedicated classroom teacher to translate district curriculum standards into meaningful learning experiences and to create a positive educational environment that supports students’ intellectual and emotional growth.

The role emphasizes planning, assessment, and collaboration with families and staff. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in education or related field and are prepared to obtain an IVP fingerprint clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field is required.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid IVP fingerprint clearance card by the time of hire.
• Currently enrolled or completed student teaching or Student Teacher in service Learning Contract is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a program of study that meets the needs of students within the school curriculum.
• Use effective teaching techniques and materials to meet curriculum goals.
• Create weekly written lesson plans detailing daily learning experiences.
• Monitor and assess student progress and provide feedback to students and parents.

Skills

Teaching

Classroom management

Curriculum alignment

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

Job Category : Edkey

Requisition Number : 3RDGR004811

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

SEQUOIA LEHI SCHOOL
Mesa, AZ 85203, USA

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

About the Position

The classroom teacher will lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential by translating the district curriculum standards and objectives into meaningful learning experiences through classroom instruction and indirectly through special area assignments. The teacher is responsible for maintaining a positive and appropriate educational environment and creating a program that meets the intellectual and emotional needs of all students.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Other Requirements

• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid IVP fingerprint clearance card by the time of hire.
• Currently enrolled or completed student teaching or Student Teacher in service Learning Contract

Preferred Requirements

• One or more years of teaching

ESSENTIAL JOB TASKS

• Plan and implement a program of study that as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students within the school curriculum.
• Uses effective teaching techniques and materials to implement established curriculum goals and objectives.
• Creates a weekly written lesson plan, describing daily learning experiences.
• Monitors and assesses student progress in order to provide feedback on a regular basis to students and their parents.
• Diagnoses, instructs and evaluates specific student needs and seeks assistance of district specialists as required
• Communicates aims and/or objectives to students in a well-planned, organized manner using clear and precise language.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing the development of proper student behavior.
• Develops and implements reasonable classroom rules of behavior and procedure in a fair and just manner.
• Creates educational experiences that provide each student the opportunity to develop his/her potential in the areas of personal social adjustment, decision‑making, positive self‑image and other life skills.
• Promotes and follows the adopted school district philosophy, policies regulations and administrative procedures.
• Communicates concerns and ideas with colleagues, students, parents and community in a positive, professional and ethical manner.
• Assumes legal responsibility for the supervision of students on school property or in attendance at school-sponsored activities.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence
• Assumes individual responsibilities which may be assigned by the principal/supervisor and which may relate to committee work, student activities, student supervision or other planning and professional assignments.
• Maintains accurate, complete, legible and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.

Working Conditions

Work primarily occurs in a classroom setting. Considerable repetitive computer functions. Constant interruptions in a high-volume work environment. Work is performed with time pressures and requires handling multiple tasks, frequently changing tasks and interruptions. Extensive public contact via telephone, email and in person. Work requires the ability to remain in a sitting position for 50% of the time, 25% walking and 25% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Behaviors

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Innovative

Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Leader

Inspires teammates to follow them

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Bachelors or better.

Licenses & Certifications

IVP

Equal Opportunity Employer
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