Elementary Teacher (Grades 1-6) - Posted To Create A Candidate Pipeline

Baltimore County Public Schools; Maryland; On-site; USD 60,600 - 120,717; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Paid holidays and leave

Relocation bonus eligibility

Job summary

A public school district in Maryland is seeking an Elementary Teacher for grades 1-6. You will be responsible for planning and providing appropriate learning experiences, supervising students, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and a valid Maryland Educator Certificate. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.
• Possession of a Maryland Educator Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment.
• Knowledge of curriculum and effective instructional techniques.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and supervises students in various settings.
• Plans and implements instructional programs.
• Maintains accurate student records.
• Collaborates with school staff and parents.

Skills

Knowledge of pedagogy principles

Effective instructional techniques

Data analysis skills

Technology competency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college

Maryland Educator Certificate or License

Job description

Elementary Teacher (Grades 1-6) - Posted To Create A Candidate Pipeline

Under the direction of the school principal, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Instructs and supervises students in a variety of school-related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated locations and times. Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Plans and implements instructional programs that adhere to system-wide goals and priorities and meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Prepares and documents appropriate lesson plans, based upon adopted curricula, to teach instructional objectives.
• Creates an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Communicates standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents. Meets with students and parents.
• Maintains complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records. Monitors and assesses students’ academic progress.
• Oversees the appropriate use and care of textbooks, instructional materials, facilities, and equipment.
• Collaborates with school administrators, other teachers, paraeducators, parents, and community members in the education of students.
• Attends staff meetings. Serves on various committees.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Education, Training and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.
• Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a Maryland Educator Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment or possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator License appropriate to the area of assignment.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy; knowledge of curriculum; knowledge of effective instructional techniques; knowledge of and skill in data analysis; knowledge of instructional materials and equipment; skill in instructing students; skill in preparing and implementing lesson plans; skill in communicating with students, their parents, administrators, and others; technology competency; knowledge of and skill in the use of databases, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications; ability to properly maintain confidential information.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom.

Conditions of Employment

• Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required.
• Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: $60,600 – $120,717 (Valid Until 12/31/2025). $61,026 – $120,717 (Effective 1/1/2026). Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.

Benefits: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).