STEAM/Art Elementary Teacher District Wide

Grant County Schools; Williamstown (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant County Schools is seeking a qualified teacher in Kentucky to support student growth and achievement. The role requires a bachelor's degree or higher and the Kentucky teaching certificate, with the ability to work well with students, colleagues, and parents.

The teacher will implement instructional plans, manage the classroom, and collaborate with staff to meet curriculum goals during the 185-day term.

Qualifications

• Must hold a bachelor's degree or higher and the required Kentucky certificate for the position.
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively with students, peers and adults.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate with students, parents and faculty.

Responsibilities

• Instructional and classroom management using effective teaching and assessment techniques.
• Ensure students stay on task and follow the prescribed curriculum.
• Implement and monitor IEPs or learning plans for individual students.
• Attend staff meetings and cooperate with district and school policies.
• Promote a professional classroom environment and actively engage parents.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Kentucky teaching certificate

Job description

Qualifications:

• shall hold a bachelor's degree or higher and the required Kentucky certificate for the assigned position.
• shall demonstrate the ability to work effectively with students, peers and adults.
• shall demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and faculty.

Reports To: Principal

Terms of Employment: 185 Days

SALARY: Commensurate with the school district's Certified Salary Schedule.

Physical Qualifications: Shall have the ability to sit, stoop, possibly lift up to 50 pounds or more, and any/all body movements as related to the job description.

Job Goal: To help students acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes that will contribute to the thier development into mature, able and responsible men and women.

• General Job Responsibilities
  • Instructional and Classroom Management:
    • The teacher uses effective instructional/assessment techniques
    • Ensures students are on task during the lesson/activity
    • Follows prescribed curriculum to the academic expectations as determined by school policy.
    • Implements and monitors the Individual Education Plan or other learning plan approved for individual students.
    • Demonstrates innovation in the classroom.
    • Effectively plans and prepares for instruction that is designed to meet the needs of individual students.
• Instructional and Classroom Management (cont.):
  • Uses effective classroom management techniques.
• Professional Responsibilities:
  • The teacher follows school, district, state and federal guidelines and policies.
  • The teacher attends staff meetings.
  • The teacher reports to work regularly and on time.
  • The teacher keeps up to date on current educational trends
  • The teacher correctly completes and properly files all required records and reports on time.
  • The teacher shares ideas and materials with fellow educators.
  • The teacher serves on district, school, department and/or team committees in a positive, productive manner.
  • The teacher selects appropriate channels for resolving concerns/problems.
  • The teacher cooperates with resource personnel, other staff members and parents.
  • The teacher attends to assigned duties and responsibilities in a prompt manner.
  • The teacher promotes a proper and attractive physical environment for the classroom.
  • The teacher promotes a professional image through proper personal appearance.
  • The teacher initiates parent/teacher conferences, meetings and written communications.
  • The teacher attends and promotes school related activities as required. (includes staff development activities).
• Interpersonal Relationships:
  • The teacher is cooperative.
  • The teacher demonstrates self-control.
  • The teacher gives and receives constructive criticism.
  • The teacher deals only with those involved in issues of controversy and disagreement
  • The teacher is flexible and reasonable.
  • The teacher displays a sense of humor at the appropriate time and place.
  • The teacher keeps information confidential about students and peers.
  • The teacher positively interprets school and district policies, programs and activities to parents, peers, patrons and community members.