Elementary Teacher

Union County Public Schools; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Union County Public Schools in North Carolina seeks a licensed Elem. Teacher (K-5) to plan and deliver engaging instruction in an elementary classroom. The role emphasizes student growth, differentiated instruction, and data-informed planning to support diverse learners.

The teacher will manage classroom routines, assess progress, collaborate with families and staff, and contribute to school-wide activities while maintaining a safe, positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Plan, prepare, and deliver educational lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Differentiate instruction to meet individual student needs.
• Establish clear objectives and assess student progress.
• Maintain a safe and productive classroom environment.
• Integrate technology and relevant instructional tools.

Responsibilities

• Accurately maintain student/school records and confidentiality.
• Manage student behavior with rules and Positive Behavior Interventions.
• Communicate student progress and needs to students, parents, and colleagues.
• Instruct and monitor students using learning materials and technology.
• Coordinate with instructional staff and volunteers on responsibilities.
• Participate in extracurricular activities and parent/teacher conferences.

Skills

Lesson planning

Differentiated instruction

Assessment & data use

Classroom management

Technology in instruction

Education

Teaching license

Job description

• Position Type: Elem.Teacher(K-5) (Licensed Positions)/ Elem.Teacher (K-5) (Licensed Position)
• Date Posted: 8/19/2026

POSITION TITLE: Teacher TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 Months
DATE: 5/16/2018 DATE OF LAST REVISION: December 2025

FLSA EXEMPTION STATUS: EXEMPT PAY GRADE: TEACHER SCALE
CLASSIFICATION: CERTIFIED STATUS: Full-Time
JOB SUMMARY: Under general supervision, a teacher will plan, organize, and implement an
appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that
guides, and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic goals by creating a
classroom environment that is conducive to learning, and appropriate to the maturity and
interest of students.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Plan, prepare, and deliver educational lesson plans and instructional materials that
facilitate active learning
2. Demonstrate differentiated methods of instruction that effectively address individual
student educational goals and needs
3. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and other appropriate activities in
furtherance of curriculum goals
4. Evaluate student progress and development to address individual needs

5. Provide Supervision of students for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning
environment

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
List most important duties first
1. Accurately maintain student/school records as required by state or federal laws, and Union
County Board of Education policies, and/or school-based request, and adhere to
confidentiality requirements of state and federal law.
2. Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and
procedures and implementing Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies
3. Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents
regarding student progress and individual needs
4. Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment through the
utilization of relevant technology and instruction.
5. Effectively communicate to assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants,
and volunteers their responsibilities.
6. Participate in school-sponsored extracurricular activities, such as social activities, sporting
activities, clubs, and student organizations, as directed.
7. Participate in meetings at the department, school, district, and/or parent/teacher
conferences.

Union County Public Schools
Job Description

TYPE OF SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION

• Perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills
  in order to meet changing job conditions.
• Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job
  include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including
  using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

PROBLEM SOLVING

• Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and
  problem solving with equipment is moderate.
• Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans.
• Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural,
  or composite characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of
  data, people or things

COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS

• Ability to work with diverse individuals and/or group

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS

• Requires the ability to interact with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
• Must be adaptable to performing in stressful and emergency situations

8. Provide for his/her own professional growth through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced coursework at institutions of higher learning.

9. Other related duties as assigned

Union County Public Schools
Job Description

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS WORK
ENVIRONMENT:
Strength: Sedentary/Medium - Exert force 10-25 lbs., frequently; and up to 10 lbs., constantly;
or a negligible amount of force to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.
Physical Demands: Frequent sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, carrying, reaching,
handling, and repetitive fine motor activities. Hearing and speech to communicate in person or
over the telephone. Vision: Frequent near acuity and occasional far acuity. Mobility to work in a
typical office setting and use standard office equipment. Vision to read printed materials, a
VDT screen, or other monitoring devices.
Environmental Conditions: Varies from indoors exposure to outside weather conditions
Exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to loud.
Hazards: Uneven walking/working surfaces, communicable diseases, cleaning chemicals,
lifting/carrying of materials, and power/hand-operated equipment and machinery (as related to
specific assignment).

Additional Physical Requirement: Physical Ed Teachers
Lifting (G-W, W-S, S-A) 11-20lbs.,50 lb. max
Push/Pull 0-5 Lbs.
Bend/Squat/Stoop/Kneel – 15 minutes/hr. minimum
Sitting (Sedentary Work) 90 minutes max. per instance (will vary based on elementary, middle and high
school scheduling)

Standing/Walking 30-40 minutes/hour; Up to 4 hours
continuous – Max; Note: Based on facility
layout; use of stairs may be applicable

Arms above shoulders: 15 mins./hr. - max
Hands/Wrists: Continuous; may vary based on activity

In compliance with Federal Law, Union County Public Schools administers all education programs,
employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of sex,
race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.