Arkansas Public School District
Position Title: Classroom Teacher
Reports To: Building Principal / Assistant Principal
Contract Length: As assigned per district contract
FLSA Status: Exempt
The Classroom Teacher is responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing high-quality instruction aligned to the Arkansas Academic Standards while fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. The teacher promotes academic growth, social-emotional development, and positive behavior in all students. Performance expectations are aligned with the Arkansas Teacher Excellence and Support System (TESS) and all applicable state and federal regulations.
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Plan, prepare, and deliver effective, engaging, and developmentally appropriate instruction aligned to Arkansas Academic Standards.
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Implement research-based instructional strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
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Differentiate instruction using multiple teaching strategies and resources to support varied learning styles and abilities.
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Integrate technology effectively into instruction to enhance student engagement and achievement.
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Develop and implement lesson plans that reflect clearly defined objectives, instructional strategies, and assessments.
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Provide intervention and enrichment opportunities based on formative and summative assessment data.
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Maintain pacing guides and curriculum maps as required by district and state guidelines.
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Develop, administer, and analyze formative and summative assessments.
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Use student performance data to guide instructional planning, intervention, and remediation.
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Maintain accurate and timely records of student progress.
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Provide timely and constructive feedback to students and parents.
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Participate in professional learning communities (PLCs) to analyze student data and adjust instructional practices.
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Establish and maintain a safe, orderly, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment.
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Implement positive behavior supports and consistent classroom management practices.
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Build positive relationships with students that foster trust, respect, and high expectations.
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Maintain appropriate student supervision and safety at all times.
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Implement district discipline policies in a fair, consistent, and professional manner.
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Maintain current Arkansas teaching licensure and comply with all Arkansas Department of Education requirements.
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Adhere to district policies, state regulations, and federal laws including FERPA, IDEA, Section 504, and Title IX.
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Attend faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and required training.
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Collaborate effectively with administrators, colleagues, instructional coaches, counselors, and support staff.
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Maintain professional ethics, confidentiality, and integrity in all professional relationships.
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Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
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Maintain open, respectful, and professional communication with parents and guardians.
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Conduct parent-teacher conferences as scheduled or requested.
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Provide ongoing communication regarding student progress, academic concerns, and behavior.
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Work collaboratively with families, counselors, special education staff, and intervention teams to support student success.
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Participate in Response to Intervention (RTI), Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), and IEP/504 meetings when required.
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Participate in ongoing professional learning aligned to district goals and personal improvement areas.
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Reflect on instructional practice and implement feedback provided through evaluations and observations.
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Actively engage in coaching, mentoring, and professional collaboration.
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Seek opportunities to enhance content knowledge and instructional effectiveness.
This position will be evaluated using the Arkansas Teacher Excellence and Support System (TESS) framework.
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Demonstrates thorough knowledge of content and Arkansas Academic Standards.
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Plans coherent, standards-based lessons with measurable objectives.
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Designs instruction based on student needs and data.
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Selects instructional materials and assessments aligned to learning goals.
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Creates a respectful, inclusive, and supportive classroom culture.
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Maintains effective classroom procedures and routines.
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Manages student behavior effectively and consistently.
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Organizes classroom space to promote learning and engagement.
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Communicates learning objectives clearly.
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Uses questioning and discussion techniques to promote higher-order thinking.
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Engages students actively in learning.
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Provides timely feedback and adjusts instruction based on student understanding.
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Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness during instruction.
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Reflects on teaching practices to improve effectiveness.
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Maintains accurate records and communication.
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Participates actively in professional development and school improvement efforts.
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Demonstrates professionalism, ethical conduct, and leadership.
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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
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Valid Arkansas teaching license in appropriate content and grade level.
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Demonstrated knowledge of Arkansas Academic Standards.
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Ability to effectively manage classroom behavior and student engagement.
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Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
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Master’s degree in education or related field.
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Experience with data-driven instruction and intervention strategies.
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Experience working in high-poverty, diverse, or rural school settings.
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Knowledge of trauma-informed practices and social-emotional learning strategies.
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Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the classroom and campus for extended periods.
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Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
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Ability to maintain emotional control and respond appropriately in stressful situations.
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Ability to perform duties with frequent interruptions.
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Salary and work year established by district salary schedule and board policy.
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Performance evaluated annually in accordance with Arkansas TESS requirements.
