5th Grade Teacher

Keys Gate Charter High School; Homestead (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Keys Gate Charter High School in Homestead, FL is seeking a dedicated teacher to create and implement a flexible classroom program that promotes student learning and growth. You will develop lesson plans aligned with guidelines, build rapport with students, staff, and parents, and motivate learners to build a solid educational foundation.

Responsibilities include planning instruction, maintaining accurate student records, using diverse teaching strategies, preparing students for state

Qualifications

• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with teachers, students, parents and community.
• Proficient communication skills: oral, written, interpersonal and negotiating.
• Punctual and reliable; follows instructions and accepts feedback.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, SIS, and email.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements instruction aligned to courses of study.
• Develops purposeful lesson plans and uses effective teaching strategies.
• Maintains student records and tracks progress.
• Communicates with parents and staff; supports a positive school culture.
• Prepares students for state assessments.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Student Information System (SIS)

Job description

Job Purpose

Create and implement a flexible program and classroom environment favorable to student learning and personal growth. Develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines. Establish effective rapport with students, staff members, and parents. Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge to provide an effective educational foundation, in accordance with each student's ability.

Pay:

$45,000- $58,000.

Job Purpose

Create and implement a flexible program and classroom environment favorable to student learning and personal growth. Develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines. Establish effective rapport with students, staff members, and parents. Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge to provide an effective educational foundation, in accordance with each student's ability.

Instruction/Education Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans and implements a program of instruction that adheres to the company's philosophy, goals, and objectives as outlined in the adopted courses of study.
• Makes purposeful and appropriate lesson plans which provide for effective teaching strategies and maximize time on task.
• Presents subject matter to students to maximize learning opportunities and provides real-world, application-based examples and learning opportunities.
• Reviews student records in order to develop a foundation of understanding regarding each student's abilities and needs. Maintain accurate and complete student records.
• Strives to maximize the educational achievement of each student.
• Utilizes a variety/range of student learning modalities in each lesson and uses differentiated instruction within those lessons.
• Utilizes diagnostic assessment of student learning on a frequent basis. Maintains accurate and complete student records.
• Assesses student strengths and weaknesses on a frequent basis, provide appropriate activities to address student needs and generates progress reports as required.
• Refers students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel. Assigns lessons correct student work products and review oral presentations.
• Coordinates class field trips (as required).
• Prepares students for state-required achievement assessments.
• Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory and is willing to share this knowledge for the continual improvement of the school's curriculum.
• Assists in the ongoing curriculum revision process, including the revision of written courses of study. Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Becomes acquainted with supplemental services beneficial to students as an extension of regular classroom activities.

Provide a Classroom Environment Conducive To Learning

• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Maintains positive rapport with students; demonstrates patience and appropriate nurturing to assist in the growth of the child.
• Ensures classroom is clean, and safe and includes student-generated work on display as appropriate. Implements all relevant policies governing student conduct.
• Develops reasonable rules of classroom/playground behavior in accordance with CSUSA policy and guidelines, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and consistent manner.

Instructional Planning

• Develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
• Plans individual and/or group learning activities designed to meet the instructional objectives and students' needs.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows evidence of preparation upon request of supervisory personnel.
• Participates with other staff members in curriculum planning during designated meetings.
• Incorporates into planning all diagnostic information as required in the student's Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect supplies, equipment, materials, and facilities needed to implement effectively the planned instructional program.

School/Community Relations

• Strives to establish cooperative relations and makes a reasonable effort to communicate with parents/guardians when appropriate.
• Communicates clearly, consistently, and positively with parents via all appropriate mediums. Cooperates with members of the administration, other staff, and with CSUSA.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding student records. Participates in parent communication activities.
• Participates in extracurricular activities to ensure a positive school culture and provide support for students and staff (as required).

Disclaimer

MAY PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required by personnel so classified.

Skills And Knowledge

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company; supports the company's values in the strategic areas of academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth, as outlined in the Employee.
• Possesses strong time management & organizational skills and the ability to prioritize.
• Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative Is sensitive to sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the public image, as unique situations present themselves.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and displays such with all stakeholders: being courteous, and professional.
• Possesses excellent communication skills: Oral (including presentations), Written, Interpersonal (active listening), and Negotiating.
• Has the ability to be at work consistently, be on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve.
• Demonstrates proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS), and email.
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrate accuracy.
• Strives to implement best practices and positive character education.