4th Grade - Wright

4th Grade - Wright

Provides instruction in the curricular areas to students in an elementary classroom.

• Develops and implements programming associated with all content areas to be delivered in a classroom setting for elementary aged students.
• Supports and implements the district curriculum, standards and benchmarks.
• Assists school staff with strategies to support and meet students' needs and achievement of academic goals.
• Provides active communication and positive relationships with parents and community members.
• Assists in planning and delivery of social/emotional/behavioral school-wide programming.
• Assists and collaborates with the principal, school counselor, staff, parents and students on matters pertaining to teaching and learning.
• Maintains appropriate records and protects the confidentiality of data.
• Meets the 8 Iowa Teaching Standards and 42 criteria on a consistent basis.
• Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree in Education required.
• Experience in classroom teaching upper elementary preferred.

Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and implement ideas contained in technical documents, assessment data, professional journals and regulations. Ability to effectively write reports and communications to students, colleagues, parents and staff. Ability to effectively present information orally and respond to questions from administrators, teachers, staff and students. Ability to assist students in the areas of language and literacy.

Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, decimals and fractions. Ability to assist students in implementing these mathematical concepts.

Ability to solve problems effectively. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

• Believes that all children can attain high levels of learning.
• Takes responsibility for the learning of our children and his/her own performance.
• Possesses the knowledge and skills to build effective educational experiences that benefit all children.
• Functions in a collaborative manner as an effective member of the educational/school team.
• Adheres to the principles of an effective team member as described in the PLC model.
• Applies the principles of continuous improvement through the use of quality tools and processes.
• Won't shy from today's educational challenges.
• Utilizes effective interpersonal skills.
• Has a track record of success.
• Works with great integrity.

Iowa Teaching Certification with an endorsement in content area required.

Ability to apply knowledge of current research as it relates to the support of the Educational Goals of the District. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee frequently must stand, walk, use hands, reach, lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 20 feet, and perform other tasks related to classroom operations.

The work environment is usually quiet. The position may require professional working hours beyond a typical 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. schedule. Conditions include indoor and outdoor activities. The description complies with ADA and may include additional duties assigned as needed.

The Cedar Rapids Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.