4th Grade Teacher Liberty Local Schools

Job Title:

• 4th Grade Self Contained

Location:

• Liberty Local School District

Employment Type:

• 180 Days

Reports to:

• 3-6 School Principal

Date Closing:

• Until Filled

Liberty Local Schools Mission Statement:

• The Liberty Local School District partners with a diverse community to provide excellent educational programs to prepare future-ready students.

Position Overview:

• We are seeking a dedicated and passionate teacher to join our 4th grade team. This position is ideal for an enthusiastic educator who loves inspiring young learners and fostering a positive classroom environment. The 4th grade teacher will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons managing classroom dynamics and ensuring that all students meet their individual academic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and adapt the 4th-grade ELA curriculum according to state standards and district guidelines.
• Prepare and deliver engaging lessons that accommodate diverse learning styles and levels.
• Build a positive and respectful classroom environment where students feel safe to express themselves.
• Maintain classroom rules and expectations to promote a productive learning atmosphere.
• Encourage positive behavior and manage any disciplinary issues using fairness and consistency.
• Assess student progress through ongoing observation quizzes and assignments.
• Provide constructive feedback to students on their work and assist them in setting academic goals.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and communicate updates to parents as needed.
• Work closely with the grade-level team and support staff to ensure a cohesive educational experience for all students.
• Collaborate with special education professionals to support students with diverse needs.
• Communicate effectively with students parents and colleagues about student progress and classroom activities.
• Foster strong relationships with students to encourage motivation participation and engagement in learning.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Education or a related field.
• Valid teaching license or credential for the appropriate grade level/subject area.
• Previous teaching or substitute teaching experience particularly in upper elementary grades.
• Strong understanding of 4th-grade content and effective instructional strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport with students.
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand walk and engage with students and staff for extended periods.
  

Additional Information:

• The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the district.
  

Application Process:

• Individuals interested in the above position should submit the following:
  

1. A Liberty Local Schools application - available for download online at: letter of interest and resume with other information the applicant deems essential to:
   
   Natalie Wright BOE Administrative Assistant
   Board of Education Office
   4115 Shady Rd. Youngstown OH 44505
   
   
   

The Liberty Local School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with regard to its employment policies personnel practices or educational programs on the basis of race color religion national origin sex disability sexual orientation or age. No question on the application is asked for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicants consideration for employment because of his or her race color religion national origin sex disability sexual orientation or age. Any person who knowingly makes a false statement is guilty of falsification under Section 2921.13 of the Revised Code which is a misdemeanor of the first-degree.