Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

GNO Inc.; Miller Township (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Elementary School Teachers to inspire young minds and foster a love for learning. This role involves teaching essential academic and social skills, preparing engaging lessons, and maintaining a supportive classroom environment. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with fellow educators, implement innovative teaching strategies, and participate in extracurricular activities that enrich students' experiences. If you are passionate about education and committed to student success, this is the perfect opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of children.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education and teaching certification required.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach academic and social skills to elementary students.
• Prepare and grade tests, maintain student records, and confer with parents.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Lesson Planning

Student Assessment

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Teaching Certification

Tools

Computers

Audio-Visual Aids

Job description

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

Teach academic and social skills to students at the elementary school level.

What is this job like?

• Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
• Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
• Read books to entire classes or small groups.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs.
• Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
• Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
• Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
• Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems, or special academic interests.
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
• Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
• Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.
• Sponsor extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Assign and grade class work and homework.
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs.
• Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
• Perform administrative duties, such as assisting in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.
• Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
• Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
• Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
• Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
• Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
• Administer standardized ability and achievement tests and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need.