Elementary Classroom Teacher (FES)

TrulyHired; Francestown (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Contoocook Valley School District in New Hampshire seeks an Elementary Classroom Teacher for a 1-year position. Under the supervision of the Building Principal, you will implement district curriculum, document progress, and create a safe learning environment.

Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, conducting assessments, reading IEP/504 plans, engaging families, and maintaining records and reporting outcomes to administration.

Qualifications

• Certification by the New Hampshire DOE for elementary teaching.
• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related discipline.
• Master's degree in a related area preferred.
• One to three years of successful prior teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers school curriculum aligned with district goals.
• Promotes a classroom environment safe for individualized and small group instruction.
• Develops lesson plans and translates them into learning experiences.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and adapts instruction as needed.
• Reads and implements IEP and 504 plans for caseload students.
• Communicates with students, parents, and administration regarding progress and goals.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Student assessment

Classroom management

Parental communication

Education

New Hampshire DOE Elementary teaching certification

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related discipline

Master's Degree in related area

Tools

Student information systems

Job description

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Elementary Classroom Teacher - 1 Year Position

SUPERVISOR: Building Principal

PAY RANGE: $52,000-$72,175 depending on education and experience

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT #1 – Contoocook Valley School District, New Hampshire Public Schools

SUMMARY: 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, and goals.

Qualifications

• New Hampshire DOE Elementary teaching certification
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Master's Degree in related area preferred
• One to three years of successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles or multigrade classroom.
• 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 system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops and administers school curriculum consistent with school district initiatives, 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 and small group instruction as needed and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Reads and implements IEP and 504 plans for case load students.
• 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 school professional staff members, especially within grade level and specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates 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.
• 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 District.
• 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.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
• Performs other position related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Contoocook Valley School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District is committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment based on age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. The District will provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities who otherwise meet the education, training and experience requirements specified in the pertinent job description(s).