Colgate Elementary.Elementary Classroom.1503

Baltimore County Public Schools; Dundalk (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Student activities pay

Job summary

Baltimore County Public Schools seeks a qualified educator to plan and provide engaging learning experiences for students, including virtual settings. The role involves monitoring outcomes, collaborating with families and staff, and maintaining student records across instructional environments.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and Maryland educator certification or eligibility, with responsibilities spanning lesson planning, classroom management, and active participation in committees

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Maryland Educator Certificate appropriate to the assignment or eligibility for a Maryland Educator License.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated locations and times.
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment, both in-person and virtually.
• Plans and implements instructional programs aligned with system goals and student needs.
• Prepares and documents lesson plans based on adopted curricula and learning environments.
• Creates an environment conducive to intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development, in person or virtually.
• Communicates standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents.
• Maintains complete student records including attendance and discipline.
• Monitors and assesses students’ academic progress.
• Oversees use and care of textbooks and instructional materials.
• Collaborates with administrators, teachers, parents, and community members.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees.

Skills

Pedagogy

Curriculum

Instructional techniques

Data analysis

Educational materials

Student instruction

Lesson planning

Communication

Technology competency

Office applications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description

Under the direction of the school principal, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Instructs and supervises students in a variety of school-related settings, including virtual. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instruct assigned classes at designated locations and times.
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment, both in-person and virtually.
• Plans and implements instructional programs that adhere to system-wide goals and priorities and meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Prepares and documents appropriate lesson plans, based upon adopted curricula and learning environment, to teach instructional objectives.
• Creates an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students, both in-person and virtually, as needed.
• Communicates standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents.
• Meets with students and parents.
• Maintains complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records.
• Monitors and assesses students’ academic progress.
• Oversees the appropriate use and care of textbooks, instructional materials, facilities, and equipment.
• Collaborates with school administrators, other teachers, paraeducators, parents, and community members in the education of students.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Serves on various committees.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree

Licenses And Certificates

• Possession of a Maryland Educator Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment.
• OR
• Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator License appropriate to the area of assignment.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy.
• Knowledge of curriculum.
• Knowledge of effective instructional techniques.
• Knowledge of and skill in data analysis.
• Knowledge of instructional materials and equipment.
• Skill in instructing students.
• Skill in preparing and implementing lesson plans.
• Skill in communicating with students, their parents, administrators, and others.
• Technology competency.
• Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.
• Ability to properly maintain confidential information.

Physical And Environmental Conditions

The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom.

Conditions Of Employment

Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.

Citizenship, Residency Or Work VISA In United States Required

GRADE: View the TABCO 10 Month Employees Salary Scale

SALARY

$62,252 - $121,924

Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at: www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll

OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.

FLSA: Exempt

RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.

Revised: 5/2021, 7/2024

BENEFITS

BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.

Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Officer of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).

About Us

Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) is the 22ndlargest school district in the nation and the 3rdlargest in Maryland with over 21,000 employees supporting over 111,000 students. BCPS has 26 Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence and 23 National Blue Ribbon schools, 32 magnet schools and 116 magnet programs. Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking highly effective employees that will inspire, support, and prepare our students for a successful future. BCPS works toembraceall stakeholders,engagethem in authentic collaboration andempowerthem to be a part of positive change, so our students, staff, and system will excel. We hope you will join our dynamic community!