5th Grade Teacher

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and implement lesson materials in accordance with district resources and alignment with State standards and Antioch CCSD 34's philosophy and objectives.
• Employs a variety of instructional methods/techniques and materials to differentiate learning activities for all students.
• Actively engage in all data related meetings including weekly student learning team (SLT) meetings.
• Utilize technology devices to execute instructional technology to enhance learning.
• Absorb and apply strong knowledge of the Science of Reading.

The Classroom Environment

• Create a positive classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Encourage cooperative social behavior through games and activities.
• Promote and maintain appropriate student behavior.

Professional Responsibilities

• Participate in all data related meetings including weekly student learning team (SLT) meetings.
• Participate in committees to develop and improve instruction and/or other building level goals/initiatives.
• Engage in continual professional growth and demonstrate strong verbal, interpersonal, and written communications skills.
• Collaborate with grade level team and school teams.
• Show a commitment to continuous professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in elementary education.
• Certification and license as required by the Illinois State Board of Education and the Regional Office of Education.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of current educational and instructional methodologies and techniques.
• Knowledge of theories and practices of child development.

Physical Demands

• The role requires the ability to perform various physical tasks, including standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, lifting, and bending, as necessary to fulfill job responsibilities.
• The work environment may involve exposure to typical levels of noise and activity associated with a school and on a school bus setting.

Terms of Employment

• Salary, length of work year and ongoing service shall be determined by the Board of Education.