Dayton Elementary 1st Grade Teacher 2026/27

Range: $50,761–$92,279 annually with employer-paid retirement, dependent upon previous experience. Terms of employment: 9 months (185/189 days). FLSA status: exempt.

About the role

The teacher will implement daily student instruction using the Nevada Academic Content State Standards and Lyon County School District approved curriculum. The role involves creating and maintaining an educational atmosphere that encourages effective student learning and supports school and district programs and goals. The teacher will adhere to LCSD Professional Standards for Licensed Employees and report directly to the school site administrator.

Responsibilities

• Administer district curriculum aligned with Nevada State Standards and/or Common Core State Standards.
• Ensure all students learn in a respectful environment.
• Create and maintain a positive, orderly, and academically focused instructional environment.
• Develop and implement effective lessons using the LCSD lesson plan template.
• Analyze student progress and provide individualized instruction and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with special services such as IEPs and other related mandates.
• Provide classroom management and discipline to ensure safety at all times.
• Actively contribute to the School Performance Plan (SPP) process.
• Ensure compliance with assessment regulations and guidelines.
• Develop a classroom climate that promotes positive learning conditions.
• Handle stress and interact professionally with administration, staff, parents, and the community.
• Integrate technology into instructional programs, curriculum, and lessons.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in the student software system (e.g., Infinite Campus).
• Participate in other job-related duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate regular and consistent punctuality and attendance.
• Guide the learning process toward achievement of curriculum and student goals.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
• Use a variety of instructional techniques aligned with objectives to meet student needs.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff as a team member.
• Maintain accurate records as required by law and district policy.
• Improve professional competence through continued education and in-service training.
• Communicate professionally in written, oral, and non-verbal forms.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must possess or be able to acquire a Nevada teaching license issued by the Nevada Department of Education, certified in the relevant subject area.

Physical and mental requirements

• Strength, dexterity, coordination, and vision to use a keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods.
• Strength and stamina to bend, stoop, sit, and stand for long periods.
• Dexterity and coordination to handle files, paper, and occasional lifting of materials (up to 25 pounds).
• Reaching for items above and below waist and head level, including bending, squatting, and stooping.
• Manual dexterity and cognitive ability to operate educational technology (e.g., LCD projector, SmartBoard, iPads/Tablets).
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

Working conditions

• Exposure to climate-controlled classrooms and outdoor weather conditions ranging from mild to extreme temperatures.
• Exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to very loud on occasional to frequent time periods.
• Work in crowded environments.
• Potential hazards include classroom furniture, playground/office equipment, communicable diseases, chemicals, and power/hand-operated machinery.