5th Grade Elementary Classroom Teacher at Duncombe ($3,000 Sign on Bonus)

Fort Dodge Community School District; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Dodge Community School District is seeking a motivated and passionate entry-level 5th Grade Elementary Classroom Teacher at Duncombe. This role involves implementing the district’s curriculum, monitoring student progress, and fostering a safe and engaging learning environment. The position offers a competitive salary with a $3,000 sign-on bonus and a full benefits package for eligible employees, emphasizing professional growth and support within a vibrant school community.

Benefits

Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid leave

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in elementary education.
• License issued by Iowa BoEE for elementary teaching.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student success in academic and interpersonal skills.
• Develop and implement district-approved curriculum.
• Create a flexible and safe learning environment.

Skills

Effective communication

Curriculum development

Student assessment

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education

Job description

5th Grade Elementary Classroom Teacher at Duncombe ($3,000 Sign on Bonus)

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5th Grade Elementary Classroom Teacher at Duncombe

Supervisor: Building Administrator

Contract Length: 190 days

Job Classification: Certified Teacher

FLSA Status: Exempt

In the Fort Dodge Community School District, we are professional, high-performing team players focused on delivering the best possible learning experience for each one of our 3700 students. We respect diversity, value integrity, reward competitively, celebrate success and support employee growth and development. We aim to attract, develop and retain the best people as part of our Dodger family.

Job Summary

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

All positions assigned 30 or more hours weekly (typically 6 hours daily) are eligible for a full benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance and paid leave.

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers elementary school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Creates a welcoming and engaging learning environment for all students.
• 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.
• 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.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by actively taking part in professional learning communities and other opportunities.
• 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 to evaluate and assess curriculum and participate 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, lunch and recess.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.
• Reliable work attendance is required.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field applicable to elementary education.
• License issued by Iowa BoEE for elementary teaching.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy enabling differentiation
• 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 systems, technology devices and software applications.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, coworkers and the greater community.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
  
  

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Amount of Time Physical Activity Occasionally

(1%-32%) Frequently

(33%-65%) Constantly

(66%-100%) Mobility - - X Bend X - - Talk - - X Hear - - X Operate Computer - X - Stationary Position - X - Balance - - X Lift Up to 20 pounds X - - Manual Dexterity Tasks - X - Reaching/Pushing/Pulling X - - Sitting - X - Carrying (25 feet) X - -

Working Conditions

Amount of Time Working Conditions Occasionally

(1%-32%) Frequently

(33%-65%) Constantly

(66%-100%) District Office Hours - - X Indoors - - X Weekends/Off Schedule X - - Temperature Extremes X - - *Teachers will not be eligible for future sign-on bonuses if rehired within 3 years of separation. A teacher will not be eligible for a sign-on bonus if a prior bonus has been offered and accepted. If a teacher is terminated before a full year of employment or abandons their contract they will be required to repay the sign-on bonus at time of separation.

It is the policy of Fort Dodge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. If you have questions or grievances related to this policy, please contact Aaron Davidson, Executive Director Educational Services, 515-576-1161, [e-mail], located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, or contact the Office for Civil Rights Midwestern Division for U. S. Department of Education Office, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building 230 S. Dearborn St., 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604 (Alternate for Section 504 is Branwyn Greathouse, Director of Special Education/Special Needs, 515-574-5675, [e-mail], Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501). Affirmative Action Compliance Coordinator The District’s Compliance Coordinator for Affirmative Action is Kimberly Whitmore, Director of Human Resources, 515-576-1161, [e-mail], 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Physical/Sexual Abuse Reporting The District’s Designated Investigators of Physical/Sexual Abuse of Students by School EmployeesRoger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-574-5731,[e-mail], located at Fort Dodge Middle School, 800 North 32nd Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. The alternate is Branwyn Greathouse, Director of Special Education/Special Needs, 515-574-5675, [e-mail], Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Harassment Complaints and Allegations The District’s Officers for Harassment Complaints and Allegations Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-574-5731, [e-mail], located at Fort Dodge Middle School, 800 North 32nd Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Sex Discrimination and Harassment (Title IX) The District’s Coordinator for Sex Discrimination and Harassment is Kimberly Whitmore, Director of Human Resources, [e-mail], located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. The Deputy Coordinator is Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-574-5731, [e-mail], located at Fort Dodge Middle School, 800 North 32nd Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Rev. 7/2024

Fort Dodge Community School District is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

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• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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