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Elementary School Teacher

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

Performs difficult professional work providing teaching services in a specialized subject or assigned group of subjects, motivating students to develop skill in assigned subject matters; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the School Principal.

This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks

  • Teaching specialized subject matter(s), motivating students to achieve maximum potential.
  • Develops lesson plans and use of instructional materials;
  • Translates lesson plans into learning experiences;
  • Integrates subject area content and technology;
  • Instructs students in area(s) of specialization and subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district;
  • Establishes and maintains standards of behavior;
  • Adapts teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guide and challenge students;
  • Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions;
  • Encourages students to think independently, develop and express original ideas;
  • Evaluates students' progress, maintains appropriate records, prepares progress reports;
  • Communicates with students, student counselors and parents through conferences and other means;
  • Maintains professional competence through in-service education and self-selected professional books and growth activities;
  • Establishes a class environment favorable to learning;
  • Administers standardized tests in accordance with the established procedures;
  • Identifies student needs; assists with assessment of needs;
  • Selects and requisitions books and instructional materials;
  • Participates in child study, Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP) meetings;
  • Participates in curriculum development programs, faculty committees and student activity sponsorship as required;
  • Performs related tasks as required.

Elementary School Teacher

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

Performs difficult professional work providing teaching services in a specialized subject or assigned group of subjects, motivating students to develop skill in assigned subject matters; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the School Principal.

This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge or skills.

  • Teaching specialized subject matter(s), motivating students to achieve maximum potential.
  • Develops lesson plans and use of instructional materials;
  • Translates lesson plans into learning experiences;
  • Integrates subject area content and technology;
  • Instructs students in area(s) of specialization and subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district;
  • Establishes and maintains standards of behavior;
  • Adapts teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guide and challenge students;
  • Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions;
  • Encourages students to think independently, develop and express original ideas;
  • Evaluates students' progress, maintains appropriate records, prepares progress reports;
  • Communicates with students, student counselors and parents through conferences and other means;
  • Maintains professional competence through in-service education and self-selected professional books and growth activities;
  • Establishes a class environment favorable to learning;
  • Administers standardized tests in accordance with the established procedures;
  • Identifies student needs; assists with assessment of needs;
  • Selects and requisitions books and instructional materials;
  • Participates in child study, Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP) meetings;
  • Participates in curriculum development programs, faculty committees and student activity sponsorship as required;
  • Performs related tasks as required.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Thorough knowledge of subject(s) taught; thorough knowledge of secondary education principles, practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching; thorough knowledge of school division rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and parents; ability to operate a personal computer.

Education And Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in area of specialization or an acceptable field.

Special Requirements

Eligible a Virginia teaching license with appropriate endorsement.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

AA/EOE STATEMENT

This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or national origin.

JOB REVISION INFORMATION

Terms of Employment

  • Salary Range: $60,000 - $93,446 ($2,944 Additional for Master’s Degree)
  • Contract: 10 Months
  • Benefits: Employer Portion Paid Retirement, Life Insurance, Contribution to Medical Insurance, Personal and Sick Leave

FLSA Status: Exempt

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Entry level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Education and Training

  • Industries

    Primary and Secondary Education

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