Future Elementary Teacher

Weakley County Schools; Dresden (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Weakley County Schools seeks a Future Elementary Classroom Teacher in Dresden, TN. Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons aligned to state standards and foster active learning across elementary grades.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree and a valid Tennessee teaching license, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Salary is $51,000 per year for a 10-month position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid professional Tennessee teacher's license with appropriate certification.
• Experience in the area assigned preferred.
• Knowledge of instructional methods appropriate for students at the respective grade level.
• Desire and ability to work with students at the specified age level with diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons that align to state standards and facilitate active learning.
• Develop a scheme of work, assessments, and grading in accordance with procedures.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all activities.
• Maintain accurate records of students' progress and development.
• Use technology to support instruction and observe student performance.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tennessee teacher license

Job description

Future Elementary Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 4955169
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Mar 09, 2020 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

We will refer to this list when openings occur at any of our elementary schools:

Dresden Elementary

Martin Primary

Martin Elementary

Gleason

Greenfield

Sharon

Learn more about Weakley County Schools here:https://weakleyschools.com

Job Title

Classroom Teacher

Reports to

School Principal

Status

Full Time – 10 month (200 days)

Purpose of Job

Weakley County Schools understands that the classroom teacher is the key factor in student success. The classroom teacher should plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to fulfill their academic potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
• Valid professional Tennessee teacher's license with appropriate certification
• Experience in the area assigned preferred
• Knowledge of instructional methods appropriate for students at the respective grade level
• Desire and ability to work with students at the specified age level with diverse backgrounds and levels of ability toward accomplishing their educational goals
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills

Job Description

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons that align to state standards and facilitate active learning within the district curriculum
• Develop a scheme of work, assessments, and grading in accordance with established procedures
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
• Prepare the classroom for class activities
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
• Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
• Use relevant technology to support instruction
• Observe and evaluate student's performance and development
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments
• Provide appropriate feedback on work
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
• Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law, district policies, and school regulations
• Prepare required reports on students and activities
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures in accordance with the disciplinary systems of the school
• Participate in school and system-sponsored activities
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, school administrators and other staff, including discussing topics that may be sensitive with confidentiality
• Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings
• Keep updated with developments in the subject area, teaching resources, and methods, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
• Adhere to the Tennessee Teacher Code of Ethics

Essential Functions

• Maintain consistent, predictable attendance and punctuality, including participation in required meetings, trainings, and professional development
• Perform all duties with integrity, professionalism, accountability and in compliance with all school, district, state, and federal laws/policies.
• Interact professionally and effectively with students, parents/guardians, coworkers, administrators, and members of the public.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality of student, personnel, and district information.
• Follow all safety procedures and report hazards, incidents, or unsafe conditions in a timely manner.
• Use district equipment, technology, and resources appropriately and in support of assigned duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or administrators.
• Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

Physical Demands

• Pushing and/or pulling
• Stooping and/or kneeling
• Reaching
• Talking
• Hearing
• Seeing

Capacity and Ability Requirements

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual to learn or adequately perform a task or job duty.

• Intelligence: The ability to understand instructions and underlying principles. Ability to reason and make judgments.
• Verbal: Ability to understand the meanings of words and the ideas associated with them.
• Numerical: Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately.
• Manual dexterity: Ability to move the hands and fingers easily.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned.

Weakley County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the school system may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Applying online indicates the receipt and review of this job description by the (potential) employee.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $51,000 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Terri Stephenson , Elementary Supervisor
• Weakley County Schools
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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