Elementary General Education Teacher

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree required
• Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia teaching certificate meeting in-field requirements
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners; student management

REPORTS TO

• Principal

Performance Responsibilities

• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the curriculum, subject content, pedagogical knowledge and the needs of students by providing relevant learning experiences.
• Exhibit best practice based on current research and facilitates students' use of higher-level thinking skills in instruction.
• Plan, using state and local school district curricula and standards, effective strategies, resources and data to address the differentiated needs of all students.
• Analyze and use student learning data to inform planning.
• Promote student learning by using research-based instructional strategies relevant to the content area to engage students in active learning and to promote key skills.
• Use appropriate instructional technology and a variety of research-based instructional strategies and resources effectively to enhance student learning.
• Challenge and support each student's learning by providing appropriate content and developing skills which address individual learning differences.
• Use a variety of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessment strategies and instruments that are valid and appropriate for the content and student population to inform instructional modifications for each student.
• Systematically gather, analyze, and use relevant data to measure student progress, to inform instructional content and delivery methods, and to provide timely and constructive feedback to both students and parents/guardians.
• Create a student-centered, academic environment in which teaching and learning occur at high levels and students are self-directed learners.
• Establish clear expectations for classroom rules, routines, and procedures and enforce them consistently and appropriately.
• Implement appropriate school safety measures and crisis emergency plans to create and sustain a secure and healthy learning environment consistent with district and school rules, policies, and procedures.
• Create a well-managed, safe, supportive, and order environment that is conducive to learning; encourage respect for all; and promote an understanding of students' diversity.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents/guardians, district and school personnel, and other stakeholders in ways that enhance student learning.
• Collaborate with designated paraprofessionals and other school and district personnel, and other stakeholders in ways that enhance student learning.
• Engage in ongoing communication and share instructional goals, expectations, and student progress in a timely and constructive manner using a variety of modes of communication as appropriate.
• Perform, professionally and efficiently, other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

TIMES OF EMPLOYMENT

• 190 day position.
• Salary based on board approved certified teacher salary schedule.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the principal or designee.