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

Baltimore County Public Schools; Maryland; On-site; USD 62,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid holidays

FMLA leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Baltimore County Public Schools in Maryland seeks an Elementary Teacher to plan engaging learning experiences, instruct students in classroom and virtual settings, and monitor outcomes under principal supervision.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and Maryland educator credentials, is full-time, and offers district pay scales and comprehensive benefits. Collaboration with families and staff is emphasized, with after-hours meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Maryland Educator Certificate or eligibility required.
• Maryland Educator License appropriate to the area of assignment.
• Strong instructional planning and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and supervises students in classroom and virtual settings.
• Plans and implements instructional programs aligned with goals and priorities.
• Prepares and documents lesson plans based on curricula and environment.
• Maintains and evaluates student records and progress.
• Collaborates with administrators, teachers, parents and community.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees.

Skills

Pedagogy knowledge

Curriculum knowledge

Instructional techniques

Data analysis

Communication with students/parents

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Databases

Spreadsheet

Word processing

Internet

Job description

Job Description

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.

NOTE: Applicants may consider applying to Pre-Kindergarten Teacher and Kindergarten Teacher Postings as well.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated locations and times. Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment, both in-person and virtually.
• 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 and learning environment, to teach instructional objectives.
• Creates an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students, both in-person and virtually, as needed.
• 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.
• Oversee 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.
• Attend staff meetings. Serves on various committees.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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.
• 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

Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required.

Grade

View the TABCO 10 Month Employees Salary Scale

SALARY

$62,252 - $121,924

OTHER COMPENSATION

Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

RETIREMENT

Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.

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.

Visit Pay Information

Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at: Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools - www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll

Visit Benefit Information

Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement

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, Officer of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).

Contact Information

Andrea Harper, M.Ed (formerly Johnson)

Elementary Staffing Team

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