Elementary Teacher 1st

Farmington Municipal Schools; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmington Municipal Schools seeks an Elementary Classroom Teacher to implement district curricula, document student progress, and address individual needs in a safe, engaging learning environment. You will provide feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding progress, expectations, and goals.

The role requires building strong instructional plans, ongoing assessment, and collaboration with grade-level teams to ensure high-quality learning experiences for all students.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and pedagogy.
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems and analysis.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state education laws.
• Ability to use computer networks and software applications.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to self-evaluate and pursue professional growth.
• Ability to establish cooperative relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers elementary curriculum aligned to district goals.
• Promotes a safe classroom with individualized and small-group instruction.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for effective learning.
• Assesses student learning and adapts instruction as needed.
• Instructs students on citizenship and applicable policies.
• Maintains records of student progress and attendance.
• Communicates with parents and supports involvement in education.
• Maintains pupil behavior standards and manages classroom environment.
• Coordinates with staff to evaluate curriculum and attend faculty meetings.
• Requisitions supplies and maintains inventory.

Skills

Teaching methods

Elementary curriculum

Data analysis systems

Education laws

Computer literacy

Organization

Communication

Self-evaluation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

New Mexico teaching license

Tools

Multimedia equipment

Job description

Position Purpose

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, goals, etc.

Elementary Classroom Teacher

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, goals, etc.

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 c 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.

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 differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• 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:

A BA degree, valid New Mexico teaching license with endorsements as needed. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Physical Requirements:

Sitting, standing, lifting and carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, squatting, kneeling, prolonged typing, physical ability to type on a keyboard terminal, and moving light furniture may be required.

Equipment/Technology Handled:

Must know how to properly operate or be willing to learn to operate all multimedia equipment including current technology.

Work Environment:

Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision. After hour work may be required.

Terms of Employment:

Salary and work calendar established yearly by the district.

FLSA Status:

Exempt