Elementary School Teacher
About the role
Reports to Principal. Exempt position. Located at 545 Humboldt, Rochester, NY. Contact: Jennifer Polito, Principal (phone: 716-854-2490, email: polito@rocsci.org).
The Teacher plans, organizes, and implements instructional programs in a learning environment that guides, inspires, and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Rewarding experience helping students achieve their academic goals and dreams in a supportive learning environment.
Primary functions include instruction, classroom management, assessment and intervention, and curriculum development. Supervisory functions: supervise support teachers, interns, and teacher aides as requested.
Supports the mission and vision by promoting academic and social growth of students, enhancing learning through effective instruction and classroom management, and supporting professional development and collaboration among staff.
Responsibilities
- Manage classroom environment to promote student development
- Facilitate student learning and communicate progress
- Provide direct instruction and monitor student progress
- Align curriculum and stay current with teaching methodologies
- Provide students with frequent and accurate behavioral and academic feedback
- Identify students who are academically at risk and execute effective intervention strategies
- Consistently use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices
- Mentor assigned teachers
- Maintain accurate grade and attendance records
- Communicate with students, parents, and colleagues
- Attend parent/teacher conferences and staff meetings
- Supervise field trips, school clubs, and activities
- Ensure classroom cleanliness and confidentiality of student information
- Submit annual plans and implement school policies
- Participate in professional development and home visits
- Attend staff meetings and collaboration sessions
- Perform additional duties as directed
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree in content area preferred
- NYS Teaching Certification preferred
- Experience in classroom teaching preferred
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and human relations skills
- Ability to work with a diverse community
Skills
- Critical evaluation and problem-solving
- Planning and organizing
- Communication skills
- Conflict management
- Adaptability
- Stress tolerance
- Ethical practice