Innovative Elementary Teacher: Tech-Driven Learning

Alabama State Department of Education; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Alabama State Department of Education seeks an Elementary Teacher to provide a high-quality instructional program across assigned grade levels and subject areas. The role reports to the Principal and works at various locations within the district, following a 9-month schedule and the district salary scale.

Responsibilities include using technology to plan instruction, assessing student progress, and aligning instruction with standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• A valid Alabama Teacher's Certificate.
• Must meet Every Student Succeed Act (ESSA) federal and state requirements or a willingness to meet the requirements.

Responsibilities

• Utilize technology to plan and provide instruction and facilitate student learning.
• Model appropriate and innovative use of technology for students
• Facilitate and monitor the integration of technology in the classroom
• Provide modifications for students with special needs, including exceptional education students and students who have limited proficiency in English as required
• Select, develop, modify and/or adapt materials and resources which support learning objectives and address students' varying learning styles and backgrounds
• Establish routines and uses appropriate behavior management procedures
• Participate in administration of local and state testing as assigned
• Use formative and summative assessment to monitor student progress; interprets and uses data for instructional planning and program evaluation
• Communicate high learning expectations for all students and establishes learning targets that are relative to real world experiences
• Use appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creative and evaluative thinking capabilities of students
• Provide instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment.
• Foster student responsibility, appropriate social behavior, integrity, valuing of cultural diversity, and respect for self and others through role modeling and learning activities
• Supervise and/or assist with extracurricular and co-curricular activities as assigned
• Support school improvement initiatives through active participation in school activities, events, and programs
• Engage in personal professional growth, adheres to professional standards, and demonstrates professional ethics, sound judgment, and leadership
• Maintain confidentiality regarding /student/school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law
• Demonstrate initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility
• Maintain and submit required reports, records, and correspondence accurately and in a timely manner
• Properly cares for equipment and material resources of the school system.
• Adhere to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws
• Report absences and take leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures; prepares for substitutes according to Board policies and school procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Alabama Teacher's Certificate

ESSA Requirements compliance

Job description

Alabama State Department of Education seeks an Elementary Teacher to provide a high-quality instructional program across assigned grade levels and subject areas. The role reports to the Principal and works at various locations within the district, following a 9-month schedule and the district salary scale.

Responsibilities include using technology to plan instruction, assessing student progress, and aligning instruction with standards.