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Elementary Teacher - 5th Grade Teacher

Young World Physical Education, Harvey, LA, United States


Elementary Teacher - 5th Grade Teacher
Jefferson Parish Schools | PITTIMAN ELEMENTARY - Harvey, Louisiana

Job Details

Job ID:

5672332

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Apr 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 1, 2026

Job Description
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's (College) Degree

Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate or Practitioner License confirmed by a local university

Certification in area of assignment

Length of Work Year

183 Days

Salary Range

Commensurate with degree and certified teaching experience

Scope of Responsibilities

Promote the mental, physical, emotional, and social growth of any student assigned.

Performance Responsibilities / Essential Functions

Uses available instructional materials and a variety of techniques in providing opportunities for student achievement and development.

Demonstrates knowledge and application of appropriate developmental practices for young children.

Keeps accurate, neat records including class lists, attendance, health records, roll book, report cards, and permanent folders.

Maintains an attractive classroom, reporting unsafe conditions when repairs are needed.

Develops and implements proper classroom management techniques.

Completes reports, assignments and records in a timely fashion.

Collects lunch and/or activity monies as may be necessary.

Plans and prepares for classes, submitting lesson plans weekly.

Reports regularly and punctually to assigned work locations.

Reports promptly for all assigned duties.

Notifies the principal or designated person of impending absence.

Supplies substitutes with adequate plans and materials.

Maintains properly the books and equipment assigned to the class.

Becomes knowledgeable about methods, programs, curriculum guides, procedure bulletins, and available resources in the system.

Uses a variety of methods for diagnosis and/or placement purposes.

Exhibits self-control and decorum for student emulation.

Provides for individual differences.

Continually evaluates student progress and plan with student needs in mind.

Cooperates with school-based and central office personnel.

Encourages parent to be informed of the student's progress and needs.

Demonstrates evidence of professional growth, participates in inservice training and contributes to faculty meetings and/or faculty studies.

Conforms to Louisiana laws concerning the education, health, safety and welfare of assigned students.

Assists in the development and implementation of quality education in Jefferson Parish Public Schools.

Plans for and actively participates in the evaluation process.

Performs all other duties assigned by the principal.

Work Environment / Hours Worked

The teacher will work in a school setting, climate controlled environment adhering to School board energy policy and in the outside areas which are subject to climate extremes.

Work day consists of teacher hours at assigned school site according to bargaining unit agreement.

Communication Skills

A teacher must be able to effectively communicate English both orally and in writing. Must have ability to accurately give and receive information via tele-communication system and must be able to communicate successfully and pleasantly with students, parents, and school personnel.

Equipment Used

Telephone, audio-visual equipment, classroom computer, copy machine, laminator, calculator, and other appropriate machines.

Physical Involvement

Standing, walking, reaching, bending and lifting 10 pounds is sometimes required. Must be able to operate classroom equipment.

Must be able to physically transfer, restrain or position special education students as required.

Mental Involvement

Must be able to plan and implement appropriate education programs for all students.

Must be able to understand and interpret written and verbal instructions.

Must keep accurate, up-to-date written and verbal instructions.

Must be able to comply with state and parish regulations.

Must be able to utilize effective classroom management techniques.

Human Relations Involvement

Must be able to work cooperatively with students, parents, and school personnel.

Must be able to respond positively to supervision and accept suggestions for improvement.

Compensation

JP Schools offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.

JP Schools also offers a competitive benefits package.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

Michele OSteen, Principal

PITTMAN ELEMENTARY

Phone: 504-340-4937

Email: michele.osteen@jpschools.org

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