Progressive Elementary Teacher 1st Grade

Upper Arlington City Schools; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Arlington City Schools is seeking a dedicated Progressive Elementary Teacher for the 1st Grade. This role focuses on creating an inclusive classroom environment that fosters creativity and problem-solving skills among young learners. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of progressive education principles and a commitment to building relationships with students and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• State of Ohio teacher's licensure required.
• 1-2 years teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and engaging learning environment.
• Teach and evaluate students using sound instructional practices.
• Prepare clear and timely lesson plans.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Collaborative leadership

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.)

Job description

Progressive Elementary Teacher 1st Grade

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UPPER ARLINGTON CITY SCHOOLS

Location: Barrington Elementary

Position: Progressive Elementary Teacher 1st Grade

Licensure: PK-5

Reports to: Principal

Employment Status: Regular/Full-time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Description: Provide students with the environment, materials and instructional expertise necessary to enable them to appreciate art in all its diversity and to develop their creative powers, problem-solving abilities and craftsmanship in the production of works of art.

NOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importance

Candidates

• Must hold a deep understanding of the history and practice of Progressive Education
• Believe in and embodies the 10 Foundational Principles of the Progresive Program
• Advocates passionately for the progressive pedagogical beliefs
• Prioritizes building relationships and collaborative leadership with staff, children, families and the community
• Embrace a culturally responsive lens regarding curriculum, traditions, and learning environments.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) or equivalent from a four-year college or university
• One to two years previous experience
• State of Ohio teacher's licensure
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of academic area and teaching methodology
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Effective, active listening skills
• Organizational and problem solving skills
• Skills that foster and facilitate learning and classroom management
• Training in varied instructional design
• Knowledge of child development and an understanding of age appropriate tasks
• Background/knowledge base in methodology and supervised practice
• Ability to work in a team environment
  
  

Essential Functions

• Ensure safety of students
• Teach and evaluate the students using sound instructional practices
• Effectively manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain a good learning environment
• Prepare clear and timely lesson plans
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required
• Provide guidance and counsel to the students which will promote their welfare and their proper educational development
• Attend parent/teacher conferences
• Counsel with colleagues, students, and parents
• Distribute homework assignments
• Ensure students are learning all subject material by testing or quizzing on a regular basis
• Provide complete lesson plans for substitute
• Maintain and improve professional competence
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents through effective use of interim reports, report cards, and conferences
• Observe ethics of the teaching profession; exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability, and sound judgment
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students
• Instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required
• Refer students suspected of learning disabilities for diagnosis on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required
• Notify parents if student is not meeting classroom goals
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter and present clear, complete, and accurate explanations utilizing a variety of instructional techniques and media suitable to the level of learners
• Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy
• Maintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., student grades
• Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, and parents
• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
  
  

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Attend educational field trips
• Make provisions for being available to students and parents for educational-related purposes outside the instruction day
• Perform lunch, recess, and bus duty as requested/required
• Serve as a role model for students
• Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal
  
  

Equipment Operated

• Various office machines
• Overhead projector
• Computer/printer
• Television//DVD player
• Subject specific equipment
• Additional Working Conditions:
• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
• Occasional interaction among unruly children
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 25 pounds, e.g., paper boxes, deliveries of supplies and equipment
• Frequently move and position self as necessary to access and operate equipment
• Frequently move around workspace and travel throughout school building and/or school district
  
  

Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance, use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the District.

The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and transgender identity, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its program and activities, including employment opportunities.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent’s supervisor and or appointing authority.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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