Elementary Teacher K-6

Job Title:

Teacher, Elementary

The Barbour County Board of Education is seeking a dedicated teacher for the elementary level. This position reports to the principal or designee and is classified as exempt with a contract period of nine months (187 days). The salary is based on the board-approved salary schedule.

Sign-on incentives are available for fully certified teachers for the  school year.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Certification by the State of Alabama in the appropriate area.
• Highly qualified status as determined by the Alabama State Department of Education.
• Background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understand and uphold school rules, administrative regulations, and Board of Education policies.
• Participate in the efficient and effective operation of the school and school system.
• Accept no other employment that interferes with the discharge of teacher duties.
• Adhere to the standards established for teachers' professional and personal conduct.
• Follow the courses of study approved by the State Board of Education and curriculum guides approved by the Barbour County Board of Education.
• Foster student attitudes through teaching, in all activities of the school program, the values of citizenship, self-discipline, morality, and patriotism.
• Report for duty at least fifteen minutes before the opening of school and remain at least ten minutes after the closing of school.
• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and times designated.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
• Establish and maintain appropriate discipline in the classroom and assist staff in the establishment and maintenance of discipline in the school environment.
• Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, board policy, and administrative regulation.
• Evaluate student progress regularly and in accordance with established procedures.
• Seek assistance from specialists as needed and make referrals when appropriate.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and to safeguard all equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Make reasonable provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Work with other staff members in planning school activities, instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Participate in extracurricular activities as mutually agreed upon by faculty and administration.
• Attend and participate regularly in faculty meetings.
• Maintain a professional, cooperative working relationship with parents and the community.
• Promote good public relations for the school and the school system with the public.
• Maintain and improve professional competence.
• Perform other related duties during school necessary to the safe and effective operation of the school when requested by the principal.
• Assume other reasonable and equitable job-related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of child development and characteristics of students in the age group assigned.
• Knowledge of the prescribed curriculum.
• Knowledge of current educational research.
• Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology.
• Knowledge of learning styles and skills in using varied teaching methods to address student learning styles.
• Skill in oral and written communication with students, parents, and others.
• Ability to plan and implement activities for maximum effectiveness.
• Ability to assess levels of student achievement effectively, analyze test results and prescribe actions for improvement.
• Ability to maintain appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which to learn.
• Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators, and others.
• Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in a fast-paced, high-intensive work environment.

Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Barbour County Board of Education Division of Human Resources reserves the right to amend the job description as needed, without notice.

The Barbour County Public School System is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason…