Grade 1

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Ruskin (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity workplace

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A local public school district in Ruskin, FL is seeking a Grade 1 teacher for the upcoming school year. This ELA position involves designing a rigorous curriculum, creating an engaging classroom environment, and evaluating student performance. The ideal candidate must have a Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary Education and possess strong communication and classroom management skills.

Qualifications

• Effective classroom management strategies required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and staff essential.
• Must read, analyze, and interpret various documents.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement curriculum in ELA.
• Create a positive learning environment.
• Evaluate student performance and monitor assessment data.

Skills

Reading and interpreting documents

Mathematical concepts (geometry, statistics)

Classroom management

Effective communication

Use of Microsoft Office

Education

Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary Education

Job description

Overview

Grade 1 role at Hillsborough County Public Schools. 25-26 School Year. This is an ELA Position. The Elementary Teacher is responsible for the instruction of designated content area(s)/course(s) in a classroom setting within an elementary school.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s)/course(s) assigned in accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.
• Creates a positive educational climate for students to learn in an atmosphere of respect and rapport.
• Creates and delivers relevant and rigorous lessons that maximize student engagement and achievement.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds in order to meet the individual needs of students.
• Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards, monitors student assessment data, and maintains student grades and attendance.
• Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management strategies and invoking appropriate disciplinary procedures.
• Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and encourages parental involvement.
• Takes all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of students and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, and data.
• Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours as required.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary Education Required.
• Language Skills: Reads, analyzes, and interprets all kinds of documents; responds to inquiries or complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or community; writes speeches and effectively presents to managers, the public, and school board.
• Mathematical Skills: Works with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. Applies concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability: Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office.

Other Information

• NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.
• The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.
• All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline.
• Not Currently an Employee of our district? If you are seeking employment with Hillsborough County Public Schools, you can apply for the position by clicking the "Apply" button.
• Are you a current employee of Hillsborough County Public Schools? Eligible employees can find and apply for positions on the Infor System (GHR Employee Space). All current employees seeking transfer or promotion must apply through the employee experience page.

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