Elementary Teacher: Tech-Savvy Leader for Student Success

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery-Public-Schools is seeking a licensed Teacher to join our district in Alabama. You will lead instructional programs, align curriculum with standards, and use data to guide planning and differentiation.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, parents, and the community to promote student achievement and safety. A nine-, ten-, or twelve-month position is typical, with state evaluations and standard classroom responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Alabama teaching certificate in the grade level, subject area(s) assigned.
• Ability to meet suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.
• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups, for the purpose of maximizing student achievement.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of child development and characteristics of students in the age group assigned.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the prescribed curriculum, current educational research and technological tools; exhibits skills in implementing the best instructional practices and varied teaching methods, to address student learning styles and achieve meaningful and measurable outcomes.
• Utilizes technology to plan and provide instruction and facilitate student learning.
• Models appropriate and innovative use of technology for students.
• Facilitates and monitors the integration of technology in the classroom.
• Maintains appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which to learn.
• Provides appropriate instruction and modifications for students with special or diverse needs, including exceptional education students and students who have limited proficiency in English.
• Selects, develops, modifies and/or adapts materials and resources which support learning objectives and address students’ varying learning styles.
• Establishes routines and uses behavior management techniques which are appropriate and effective.
• Creates a learning climate that is challenging yet non-threatening.
• Organizes procedures, practices, materials, and routines for the effective use of instructional time and for the completion of administration activities.
• Instructs and supervises the work of student teachers, volunteers and paraprofessionals when assigned.
• Uses ongoing assessment to monitor student progress; interprets and uses data for diagnosis, instructional planning and program evaluation.
• Encourages self-assessment by students and assists them in developing plans for improving performance.
• Communicates accurate and timely information regarding individual student progress to students, parents and colleagues.
• Communicates high learning expectations and outcomes relative to real world experiences.
• Uses appropriate techniques to enhance critical, creative and evaluative thinking.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Curriculum development

Technology integration

Planning and organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Valid Alabama teaching certificate

Suitability criteria under Alabama Act

Job description

Montgomery-Public-Schools is seeking a licensed Teacher to join our district in Alabama. You will lead instructional programs, align curriculum with standards, and use data to guide planning and differentiation.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, parents, and the community to promote student achievement and safety. A nine-, ten-, or twelve-month position is typical, with state evaluations and standard classroom responsibilities.