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ELEMENTARY TEACHER 6th Grade Math and Science

Young World Physical Education, Pineville, LA, United States


ELEMENTARY TEACHER 6th Grade Math and Science
Rapides Parish School District Lessie Moore Elementary (PK-3) - Pineville, Louisiana

Job Details

Job ID:

5664601

Application Deadline:

May 06, 2026 4:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Apr 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

TERM:

Nine, Ten, Eleven or Twelve Months

SALARY:

Nine, Ten, Eleven or Twelve Month Teacher Salary Schedule

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.

Performance Responsibilities

I. Instructional Responsibilities

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

B. To teach effectively

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

Using a variety of techniques to stimulate learning

Using a variety of curriculum materials

Differentiating assignments to meet individual needs

Explaining assignments

Limiting homework, making it meaningful to what is being taught

Evaluating the pupil’s learning frequently with a view to improvement of teaching and Learning. Frequent teacher-made tests shall be given during each grading period for proper pupil evaluation.

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

D. To maintain an atmosphere in the class conducive to learning

E. To demonstrate an understanding of child growth and development, showing respect for the individuality of every child

F. To exhibit substantial knowledge of subject matter and the curriculum objectives

G. To maintain control, promote self-discipline, character and respect for others through use of positive control techniques in keeping with state law, board policy, and school rules and regulations

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

II. Administrative Responsibilities

A. To follow the rules and regulations of assigned school and the Rapides Parish School Board

B. To follow a time and/or duty schedule authorized by the school principal for the school day and extra-curricular activities

C. That non-duty personnel report to school ten minutes before school begins and remain ten minutes after school closes

D. To sign in and out of school on appropriate forms

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

F. To remain at school during the school day unless permission is obtained from the Principal

G. To be responsible for attending any administrative and/or professional meetings called by the Principal

H. To notify the Principal in case of absence in sufficient time to secure a substitute; to notify the Principal of advance plans to return to school

I. To follow guidelines as set forth by the Rapides Parish School Board staff

J. To maintain an attractive and clean classroom

K. To account for and be responsible for the care of all textbooks, pupil desks, other furniture, equipment and instructional materials which are in or are assigned to the teachers classroom, laboratory or other areas of responsibility

L. To be neat and accurate in completing required records and reports, turning these in promptly and on time

M. To be responsible for field trips to:

Obtain permission of the Principal

Get parents written consent

Make certain the trip has educational value related to current classroom instruction

Properly prepare pupils for the field trip experiences and to follow-up on return

Be sure that all vehicles have public liability insurance and that all drivers are properly licensed

Assure that trips are adequately chaperoned and that pupils are properly supervised by teacher and chaperons

Assure that all children are picked up, upon return, by parents, guardian or authorized person, before the teacher leaves. No child shall be left unattended

III. Professional Responsibilities

A. To exhibit enthusiasm and self-confidence, assuming a positive attitude about the possibility for growth and development of all pupils

B. To maintain good public relations, making positive contributions to parents’ understanding of pupils’ progress

C. To be ethical in contacts with parents and other laymen, fellow professionals and pupils

D. To 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

E. To be loyal to the administration of the school system and the school

F. To establish and execute a professional growth and self-evaluation plan in accordance with the Rapides Parish School Board Personnel Evaluation Plan

G. To carry out the Performance Expectations and Indicators for Teachers in the NIET rubric as outlined in Bulletin 130: Instructional Domain

Additional sections on Motives, Planning Domain, Environment Domain, Personal Responsibilities, and duties are retained in their structured form where applicable.

Job Requirements
Contact Information

Pamela Walker, PRINCIPAL

Lessie Moore Elementary (PK-3)

Phone: 318-445-7151

Email: pamelaa.walker@rpsb.us

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