Mediabistro logo
job logo

ELEMENTARY TEACHER 1st Grade

Young World Physical Education, Pineville, LA, United States


ELEMENTARY TEACHER 1st Grade
Rapides Parish School District Mary Goff Elementary (PK-6) - Pineville, Louisiana

Job ID:

5657403

Application Deadline:

Apr 24, 2026 4:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Apr 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description
TITLE:

Classroom Teacher

FLSA:

Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree

Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate

Any additional certifications/qualifications specified by the Louisiana Standards for State Certification of School Personnel Bulletin 746

REPORTS TO
Principal/Assistant Principal/Other Assigned Evaluator

JOB GOAL
To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. The teacher is responsible for growth in student learning.

TERM
Nine, Ten, Eleven or Twelve Months

SALARY
Nine, Ten, Eleven or Twelve Month Teacher Salary Schedule

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
I. Instructional Responsibilities

Establish learning objectives, immediate and long range, with written minimum, daily, weekly or unit lesson plans which shall be available in the classroom. Planning shall provide for systematic growth in fundamental knowledge, skills, appreciation, and attitudes.

Teach effectively by using class time for teaching designated subject matter as outlined by Board approved Program Structure, Curriculum Guides, and/or policies.

Use a variety of techniques to stimulate learning, curriculum materials, and differentiate assignments to meet individual needs.

Explain assignments, limit homework, making it meaningful.

Evaluate pupil’s learning frequently with a view to improvement. Frequent teacher‑made tests shall be given during each grading period for proper pupil evaluation.

Make provision for individual differences by using effective grouping, procedures, or individualizing instruction, utilizing a variety of materials to the pupils’ level.

Maintain an atmosphere in the class conducive to learning.

Demonstrate an understanding of child growth and development, showing respect for the individuality of every child.

Exhibit substantial knowledge of subject matter and curriculum objectives.

Maintain control, promote self‑discipline, character, and respect for others through positive control techniques in keeping with state law, board policy, and school rules and regulations.

Use orderly procedures for normal classroom control in learning activities, with simple and consistent routines for roll check, collections, handling materials, sharpening pencils, etc. Learning activities shall be provided during these routines which will assure effective use of time.

II. Administrative Responsibilities

Follow the rules and regulations of assigned school and the Rapides Parish School Board.

Follow a time and/or duty schedule authorized by the school principal for the school day and extra‑curricular activities.

Ensure non‑duty personnel report to school ten minutes before school begins and remain ten minutes after school closes.

Sign in and out of school on appropriate forms.

Be in the assigned classroom or other area of responsibility when the class period begins. A class shall not be left unsupervised.

Remain at school during the school day unless permission is obtained from the Principal.

Be responsible for attending any administrative and/or professional meetings called by the Principal.

Notify the Principal in case of absence in sufficient time to secure a substitute and of advance plans to return to school.

Follow guidelines as set forth by the Rapides Parish School Board staff.

Maintain an attractive and clean classroom.

Be responsible for care of all textbooks, pupil desks, other furniture, equipment and instructional materials in or assigned to the teacher’s classroom, laboratory or other areas of responsibility.

Be neat and accurate in completing required records and reports, turning these in promptly and on time.

Be responsible for field trips: obtain permission of the Principal, get parents written consent, ensure educational value, prepare pupils, secure transportation liability and licenses, supervise chaperones, ensure pick‑up, and never leave a child unattended.

III. Professional Responsibilities

Exhibit enthusiasm and self‑confidence, assuming a positive attitude about the possibility for growth and development of all pupils.

Maintain good public relations, making positive contributions to parents’ understanding of pupils’ progress.

Be ethical in contacts with parents and others.

Participate in faculty and system‑wide in‑service programs, keeping current by taking credit or non‑credit college courses applicable to the area of responsibility for teaching, taking part in appropriate workshops and conferences and reading current professional literature.

Be loyal to the administration of the school system and the school.

Establish and execute a professional growth and self‑evaluation plan in accordance with the Rapides Parish School Board Personnel Evaluation Plan.

Carry out the Performance Expectations and Indicators for Teachers in the NIET rubric as outlined in Bulletin 130.

IV. Personal Responsibilities

Observe standards of conduct inside and outside of school, demonstrating integrity and dependability.

Set a good example for pupils by dressing appropriately and being well groomed within the dress code.

Use language void of vulgarity, lewdness, coarseness or profanity.

Maintain self‑control and poise.

Maintain good general health with the physical vitality to perform duties.

Enunciate clearly in a pleasant, controlled voice, expressing ideas clearly, employing good English usage.

Demonstrate ability to adjust to new situations, showing control and effectiveness under pressures.

Accept responsibility commensurate with assigned tasks, meeting obligations to pupils and staff on time.

Be in attendance at work except for personal illness or emergency as defined by the policies of the Rapides Parish School Board.

Perform any other duties assigned by the superintendent and/or evaluator within the scope of teaching and learning during contracted work hours.

Follow Federal, State, School Board and school policies.

Other Job Duties
Teachers shall be expected to perform the following duties, along with the completion of corresponding documents, forms, and reports:

1. Instructional Components

Fulfill duties traditionally expected of teaching professionals: Lesson Plans, Instruction.

Collaborate with colleagues and departments.

Grade papers.

Take and record attendance.

Enter/average grades.

Maintain positive and timely interaction with parents regarding students’ performance or conduct.

Serve on school committees or task forces to contribute to school improvement initiatives.

Maintain educational or coaching best practices and techniques.

2. Supervision

Supervision of students when on or off campus at a related/sponsored event.

Supervision prior to school and/or drop‑off, when assigned.

Supervision in the classroom.

Supervision between classes, during recess, lunch, assemblies.

Supervision after school and/or pick‑up, when assigned.

3. Non‑instructional Components

Attend meetings associated with instruction of students.

Attend faculty, staff, and department meetings, training sessions.

Attend IEP meetings, parent‑teacher conferences, back‑to‑school and open‑house events.

Attend graduation.

Attend PGP, PIP, Evaluation, Observation, IAP, and student discipline meetings/hearings.

Attend school board/committee meetings, upon request.

4. Extracurricular Activities

Attend all meetings and functions of activities, clubs, or groups the employee sponsors.

Position Type
Full‑Time

Salary
$44,522 Per Year

Contact Information

Jessica Landry, Principal

Mary Goff Elementary (PK‑6)

Phone: 318‑640‑3416

Email: jessica.landry@rpsb.us

#J-18808-Ljbffr