Elementary School Teacher - 1st Grade

About the role

Plans and provides appropriate classroom learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Responsible for supervising students in a variety of school‑related settings; monitoring and evaluating student outcomes; and communicating/interacting with students, parents, staff and the community. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintains appropriate records, follows required procedures and practices, and monitors the appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.

Minimum qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of curriculum and techniques for integrating curriculum, policies, and effective classroom instructional practices
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Apps
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Strategic problem‑solving skills using multiple data points
• Ability to prepare course objectives and outlines following curriculum guidelines or state requirements
• Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education
• Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum
• Ability to constantly monitor the safety and well‑being of students, particularly during inclusive activities
• Ability to motivate and inspire students
• Ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment
• Ability to maintain order and discipline in a classroom and other school environments
• Ability to maintain files and records
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, school‑based staff, students, parents and the community
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, vendors, and the community

Education, training, and experience

Bachelor’s degree in Education with appropriate subject area.

Certification and license requirements

Hold or be qualified to hold a North Carolina Professional Educator’s License in a teaching content area.

Preferred qualifications

Master’s degree in a specific subject area.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Utilize assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) aligned with the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) curriculum and standards to assist in continuous learner development
• Ensure effective communication techniques with students, parents, and all other stakeholders
• Engage in planned continuous professional quality improvement for self, school, and the district
• Use techniques and strategies that promote and enhance critical and creative thinking capabilities of students
• Implement classroom instructional strategies and materials that reflect each student’s culture, learning styles, special needs, and socio‑economic background
• Establish a classroom management system that maintains appropriate regulation and creates a positive learning environment where students are actively engaged, socially interactive, cooperative, and self‑motivated, supporting intellectual, personal, and social development
• Plan, align, implement, and evaluate effective instruction and assessment in a variety of learning environments
• Collaborate with peers, parents, community, and other stakeholders in continuous improvement of classroom educational experiences
• Integrate appropriate technology in teaching and learning processes
• Ensure adherence to good safety procedures
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Working conditions

• Physical environment: Use a variety of office equipment and classroom tools such as computers, scanners, fax machines, and copiers; lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds; physical requirements consistent with sedentary work due to standing/walking
• Work environment: Work in an office and public‑school setting, interacting directly with employees, students, and the public