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Elementary School Teacher Job Description

 

 

 

 

Job Summary:

The Elementary School Teacher will, under the general supervision of an administrator, implement school board policy regarding the educational curriculum of a particular instructional division and/or instructional unit. The teacher may teach one or more subjects.

Job Description:

The Elementary School Teacher will perform all or some of the following Job description:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of subject area they are teaching, including prerequisite relationships, and content-related pedagogy

  • Demonstrate knowledge of age appropriate approaches to learning, skills, knowledge, interests and cultural heritage

  • Select instructional goals for value, clarity, balance, and suitability to diverse learners

  • Demonstrate knowledge of resources necessary for teaching subject material for all students

  • Design coherent instruction with learning activities varied instructional materials and resources to use with different instructional groups

  • Develop lesson/unit plans that are clear and allow for different learning styles according to student needs

  • Assess student learning congruent with instructional goals

  • Develop a clear criteria for assessment of student work which includes planning for future growth

  • Create a climate of respect and rapport in the classroom

  • Establish a culture for learning while effectively managing classroom procedures and student behavior

  • Demonstrate the ability to organize physical space in the classroom that is both safe and accessible to learning

  • Communicate clearly and accurately by using different questioning and discussion techniques

  • Engage students in learning and provide positive feedback to students by being flexible and responsive to the student's needs

  • Demonstrate professionalism by reflection on teaching for use in future teaching experiences

  • Prepare and maintain accurate records for students, local and state administration

  • Communicate effectively with families, and other members of the school community

  • Demonstrate professional growth by continuing education and service to students and the learning community.

Minimum Requirements / Knowledge / Skill For Elementary School Teacher Job

  • Three (3) years of verified contracted teaching experience
  • Knowledge of child development; behavior and characteristics of students
  • Knowledge of subject area and/or credential area of teaching. (e.g. special education, math, science, etc.)
  • Effective teaching skills
  • Strong planning and organizing skills
  • Strong supervision and control skills
  • Strong ability to assess and diagnose issues
  • Strong interpersonal relations
  • Skill at: creating an effective environment for learning, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with teachers, administrators, counselors, and other staff members
  • Ability to establish and maintain standard of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Minimum Education Requirements / Certification / Licensure For Elementary School Teacher Job

  • Bachelor's Degree from and accredited college or university with student teaching experience

  • Possession of, or the ability to obtain a valid State teaching license in the subject area/and or field which you are hired.
     

 

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