Classroom Teacher

Concordia Parish School Board; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A school district in the U.S. is seeking a dedicated Classroom Teacher to enhance student success in Math, Science, and Special Education. Responsibilities include implementing curriculum, assessing student progress, and maintaining a positive classroom environment. Ideal candidates will be skilled in instructional planning, have strong communication skills with parents, and adapt teaching methods for individual student needs. A Bachelor's degree in Education is required, along with a passion for fostering student growth and learning.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
• Experience in teaching Math, Science, or Special Education is preferred.
• Ability to assess student needs and adapt teaching methods accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates student success through implementing curriculum.
• Conducts ongoing assessments and modifies instructional methods.
• Maintains accurate records of student progress and attendance.
• Encourages parental involvement and ensures effective communication.
• Supervises students during various school day activities.

Skills

Instructional planning

Classroom management

Ongoing student assessment

Communication with parents

Adapting for special needs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Classroom Teacher

A critical shortage in the areas of Math, Science and Special Education

Position Purpose

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

• Essential Performance Responsibilities
• Develops and administers school middle school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• 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 so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the Concordia Parish School Board.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• 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 school professional staff members, especially within grade level and specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.