Overview
As an Elementary Teacher you will develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines. Establish effective rapport with students, staff members, and parents. Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge to provide an effective educational foundation, in accordance with each student's ability.
Responsibilities
- Plans and implements a program of instruction that adheres to the company's philosophy, goals and objectives as outlined in the adopted courses of study.
- Makes purposeful and appropriate lesson plans which provide for effective teaching strategies and maximizes time on task.
- Presents subject matter to students to maximize learning opportunity and provides real-world, application-based examples and learning opportunities.
- Reviews student records to develop a foundation of understanding regarding each student's abilities and needs. Maintain accurate and complete student records.
- Strives to maximize the educational achievement of each student.
- Utilizes a variety/range of student learning modalities in each lesson and uses differentiated instruction within those lessons.
- Utilizes diagnostic assessment of student learning on a frequent basis. Maintains accurate and completes student records.
- Assesses student strengths and weaknesses on a frequent basis, provides appropriate activities to address student needs and generates progress reports as required.
- Refers students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel. Assigns lessons, corrects student work product, and reviews oral presentations.
- Coordinates class field trips (as required).
- Prepares students for state required achievement assessments.
- Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory and is willing to share this knowledge for the continual improvement of the school's curriculum.
- Assists in the on-going curriculum revision process, including the revision of written courses of study. Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
- Becomes acquainted with supplemental services beneficial to students as an extension of regular classroom activities.
Job Requirements and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and valid teaching certification (as applicable).
- One to three years of successful teaching experience, which may include student teaching.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
- Ability to build effective relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and the community.
- Excellent communication skills including written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, email, and student information systems.
- Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Knowledge of instructional strategies, learning theory, assessment methods, and student motivation techniques.
- Successful completion of required background checks.
- Adherence to professional standards and the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.
- Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
