Elementary Teacher

Dublin-Laurens County Development Authority; United States; In loco; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Dublin-Laurens County Development Authority is seeking an Elementary Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at Hillcrest Elementary School. The role involves implementing a district-approved curriculum, facilitating student success, and conducting assessments. Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, successful teaching experience, and GAPSC certification. The position is exempt with a 190-day contract and placement on the DCS Salary Schedule based on certification and experience.

Competenze

• GAPSC certification in Early Childhood Education (P-5) required.
• Successful prior teaching experience required.

Mansioni

• Facilitate student success through district-approved curriculum.
• Develop and administer school elementary curriculum.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning.

Conoscenze

Knowledge of current teaching methods

Ability to differentiate instruction

Effective communication with students and parents

Ability to engage in self-evaluation

Knowledge of elementary school curriculum

Formazione

Bachelor's in Elementary Education

Master's Degree in related area

Strumenti

Standard office equipment

Descrizione del lavoro

Elementary Teacher

Hillcrest Elementary School, 2026-2027 School Year

Position Purpose

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

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers school elementary 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 and 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 school system.
• 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 elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, 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.
• 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.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as knowledge of how to differentiate instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of best practices in research based instructional practices for gifted students.
• Knowledge of high yield instructional practices for the gifted population.
• 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.

Qualifications Profile

• Certification/License: GAPSC certification in Early Childhood Education (P-5).

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree in related area preferred.

Experience

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level.

FLSA Status

Exempt, 190 day contract, Placement on the DCS Salary Schedule based on GaPSC certification and verified years of experience.