Elementary Teacher K-3

Gadsden School Dist 32; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gadsden School Dist 32 is seeking an Elementary Teacher to supervise students in the classroom and other areas, develop lesson plans, and deliver group and individual instruction within the established curriculum. The position reports to the Principal.

You will collaborate with other teachers, professional staff, and administrators to address instructional issues and respond to parents or guardians regarding instruction and student progress. Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.

Qualifications

• Skills to perform multiple, highly complex tasks with upgrading skills as needed.
• Ability to apply assessment instruments and use standard office software.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in classroom and assigned areas.
• Develop lesson plans and deliver group and individual instruction.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and administrators to address instructional issues.
• Respond to inquiries from parents/guardians regarding instruction and progress.

Skills

Assessment instruments

Office software

Record keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Elementary Teacher

Purpose Statement

The job of Elementary Teacher is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress. This job reports to Principal.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

SKILLS are required to 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.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization's services.

Experience: Job related experience is required.

Education: Bachelors degree in job-related area