Second Grade Teacher: Inspire Growth & Student Success

ServingSchools; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 46,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Saco School Department is seeking an Elementary Classroom Teacher to implement district curriculum and support student growth in academics and social skills in a safe, engaging classroom. The teacher will document progress and communicate with families and administration regarding goals and outcomes.

The role requires Maine State Certification and a strong foundation in elementary education. Collaboration with grade-level teams and participation in district initiatives are essential components

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Elementary Education or related discipline required.
• Master's degree in related area preferred.
• Maine State Certification preferred, Elementary level.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Student assessment

Parental communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Elementary Education

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Data information systems

Educational software

Computer applications

Job description

Saco School Department is seeking an Elementary Classroom Teacher to implement district curriculum and support student growth in academics and social skills in a safe, engaging classroom. The teacher will document progress and communicate with families and administration regarding goals and outcomes.

The role requires Maine State Certification and a strong foundation in elementary education. Collaboration with grade-level teams and participation in district initiatives are essential components