Elementary Teacher

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Job : 5952594

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

TEACHER

Reports To: Principal

Dept/Campus: Elementary Campus

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Length of

Contract:

190 days

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students

to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Valid Arkansas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge of subjects assigned

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

At least one year of student teaching or an approved internship preferred

The Board may find appropriate and acceptable alternatives to the above qualifications.

MAJOR

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Demonstrate relentless commitment to the academic achievement of all students.
• Demonstrate effective customer service strategies to all district patrons.
• Foster collegiality and team building among staff; encourage active involvement in decision-making.
• Communicate and promote expectations for high-level performance from students; hold students accountable for high performance; recognize excellence and achievement.
• Articulate a clear direction for all students and staff; articulate a positive image of the school district and school district personnel.
• Establish & maintain an orderly & supportive classroom environment in which students actively participate & show respect for one another and the teacher.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by board policies and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of the students assigned.
• Assess, track, and provide feedback promptly and often to students on their progress and assignments and maintain a record of grades.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students, in accordance with guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Work with other staff members to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students and support the school district's mission.
• Manage student behavior following the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students,…