Grade 1 Elementary Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS

• Holds a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited University or College
• Meets all licensure requirements including teaching or specialist area endorsement in the state of Illinois
• Demonstrates current pedagogical practices in the classroom through participation in a professional learning community
• Demonstrates ability to utilize a variety of data sources and problem‑solving structures in order to ensure the academic and social‑emotional success of all students. Makes data-driven decisions using formative and summative assessments

• Demonstrates content knowledge and makes connections between content and all relevant disciplines.
• Understands child and adolescent development and displays an understanding of how students learn.
• Establishes and clearly articulates instructional outcomes based upon district curriculum guidelines, state standards, and/or content standards.
• Utilizes personnel resources as appropriate to enhance content and pedagogical knowledge.
• Provides relevant instructional goals that represent significant cognitive challenge with differentiation and meaningful learning.
• Uses assessment results to plan and modify instruction.
• Participates in IEP conferences including the preparation of IEP goals and paperwork in compliance with established laws, regulations, district policies and procedures.

• Creates an environment of respect and rapport.
• Establishes a culture for learning.
• Establishes and manages classroom procedures to maximize learning.
• Effectively manages student behavior through the establishment of rules and clear expectations that are fair and conducive to learning.
• Assures the classroom is safe and learning is equally accessible to all students.

• Communicates expectations for learning to students clearly and accurately.
• Uses questioning and discussion techniques to successfully engage all students in the learning process.
• Engages students in the learning process through intellectual involvement with the content or active construction of understanding.
• Uses formative and summative assessments to inform instructional process.
• Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness to ensure that all students learn.

• Reflects on teaching for improvement opportunities.
• Maintains accurate records.
• Communicates with students and families about student progress, respects cultural norms, and engages families in the instructional program.
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with colleagues who demonstrate mutual support and cooperation.
• Seeks professional development opportunities and welcomes professional feedback.
• Provides all services/modifications as required by an IEP in an integrated model.
• Displays high standards of integrity and ethical conduct and fully complies with school and district regulations.

• Employment determined by school calendar.
• Salary and benefits to be established in the Negotiated Agreement with the Board of Education. Starting salary is $52,932.

The School Principal and/or immediate administrative supervisor will serve as the evaluator with the evaluation incorporating the guidelines established in the Evaluation Plan for Licensed Staff.