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Job Summary
This is a Reading/ELA 2nd grade position
Summary:
The Elementary Teacher is responsible for the instruction of designated content area(s)/course(s) in a classroom setting within an elementary school.DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees must:
Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is expected as part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
Support the districts vision mission goals and Strategic Plan.
Engage in civility respect and professionalism.
Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.
Responsibilities:
Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s)/course(s) assigned in accordance with state standards district curriculum and students needs.
Creates a positive educational climate for students to learn in an atmosphere of respect and rapport.
Creates and delivers relevant and rigorous lessons that maximize student engagement and achievement.
Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational cultural and linguistic backgrounds in order to meet the individual needs of students.
Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards monitors student assessment data and maintains student grades and attendance.
Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management strategies and invoking appropriate disciplinary procedures.
Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and encourages parental involvement.
Takes all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of students and to protect equipment materials and facilities.
Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records inquiries and data.
Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours as required.
Performs any other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.
Other information:
Communication: Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.
Judgment: Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision making process. Makes timely decisions.
Project Management: Develops project plans coordinates projects. Communicates changes and progress. Completes projects on time and on budget. Manages project team activities.
Planning & Organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Plans for additional resources. Integrates changes smoothly. Sets goals and objectives. Works in an organized manner.
NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race color gender religion national origin marital status sexual orientation gender preference political beliefs social/family background disability or age.
The district accords preference in selection retention and promotion procedures to certain veterans and
spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.
Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary
Education Required.
Language Skills: Reads analyzes and interprets all kinds of documents. Responds to inquiries or complaints from employees regulatory agencies or community. Writes speeches and effectively presents to managers the public and school board.
Mathematical Skills: Works with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. Applies concepts such as fractions percentages ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability: Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form.
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Physical Activities: Standing walking sitting handling keyboarding talking and hearing.
Lifting Demands: Up to 10 pounds.
Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.
Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity: 3 moderate.
