Maternity Leave Grade 4 Teacher

About the role

The Elementary School Teacher facilitates student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills by implementing district-approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress; addressing the specific educational needs of individual students; and creating a flexible, safe, and supportive learning environment. The teacher provides ongoing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, and goals.

Essential Functions

• Develops and delivers elementary curriculum aligned with district goals, objectives, and the New Jersey Student Learning Standards.
• Creates a classroom environment that is safe, inclusive, and conducive to whole-group, small-group, and individualized instruction.
• Creates lesson plans and instructional materials and effectively translates them into meaningful learning experiences.
• Conducts ongoing assessments of student learning and adjusts instruction to meet individual student needs, including students with disabilities and English Language Learners.
• Provides individual and small-group instruction to support student growth and mastery of skills.
• Instructs students in responsible citizenship and subject matter in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and district policies.
• Maintains accurate and complete records for student attendance, achievement, grading, and progress in compliance with district procedures and state requirements.
• Communicates effectively and regularly with parents and guardians to encourage involvement in student learning.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior consistent with school and district policies to support a productive learning environment.
• Collaborates with grade-level colleagues and other elementary staff to evaluate curriculum, instruction, and student outcomes; participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects, requisitions, and maintains instructional materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Supervises students during school activities outside the classroom, including arrival, dismissal, recess, and transportation as assigned.
• Administers standardized assessments in accordance with district and state testing programs.

Additional Duties

• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Principal, central office administrators, or Superintendent.

Qualifications

• Certification/License: Valid New Jersey State Certification for Elementary Education (K–6)
• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or a related field, Master's degree preferred
• Experience: Prior successful teaching experience at the elementary level preferred