Dual Language 1st Grade Teacher; Spanish; SSES

Teacher, Elementary School

Principal, Elementary School

200 Days

Teacher

Exempt

9/2010, 2/2021

Teacher

Develops and implements an instructional program that will effectively provide the best possible education for each student.

• Possesses or qualify for a Virginia Collegiate Professional license with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.
• Possesses outstanding knowledge and skill in the assigned instructional area and demonstrates enthusiasm for teaching and the learning process.
• Demonstrates knowledge of instructional strategies and skills related to scientifically-based research and its implementation.
• Proficiency in public speaking and written communication to express and/or exchange ideas.
• Emotionally mature, objective and sensitive to people and their concerns. Able to handle responsibility, work independently, and maintain collaborative working relationships with students, families, administration, staff, co-workers and community agencies.
• Experience working directly with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Familiarity with equity and inclusion frameworks. Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities. Respects the worth, dignity and individual differences of others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present to diverse audiences to foster professional relationships and express and/or exchange ideas.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in the use of a variety of office/instructional equipment and technology with experience using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and email.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and the community.

• Establishes and implements daily written lesson plans.
• Evaluates student learning and revises instruction accordingly.
• Structures teaching to encourage independent thinking by students.
• Effectively prepares/uses instructional materials and technology resources.
• Maintains appropriate expectations for all students.
• Differentiates instruction.
• Maintains appropriate student classroom behavior.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the subject/grade.
• Demonstrates resourcefulness and flexibility.
• Displays enthusiasm for teaching.
• Utilizes strategies to meet class objectives, student needs and abilities.
• Effectively motivates students.
• Manages Instructional time wisely.
• Safety and Learning Environment:
  • Provides an appropriate learning environment.
  • Models acceptable written and oral expressions
  • Effectively communicates with students, parents and the community.
  • Provides appropriate feedback to students.
• Professionalism and Community Relations:
  • Uses measures of student learning to improve instruction.
  • Models professional, moral and ethical standards and personal integrity.
  • Participates in meaningful and continuous process of professional development.
  • Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with peers, staff, parents and community resources to support the success of a diverse student population.
  • Provides services to the professional, the school division and/or the community.
• Displays professionalism:
  • Demonstrates good attendance and punctuality
  • Submits required reports on time and meets other deadlines
  • Maintains accurate records
  • Follows proper channels of communication
  • Appropriately maintains confidentiality
  • Is familiar with and abides by School Board policies, regulations and school procedures
  • Takes all industry standard precautions to protect students, staff, equipment, materials, and facilities.
  • Maintains appropriate state licensure; assumes responsibility for and participates in staff development (professional growth) and training to keep materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date.
  • Follows appropriate safety procedures and properly maintains equipment.
  • Actively participates in and attends all required meetings.
  • Maintains confidentiality when appropriate.
  • Complies with and supports school division policies, regulations, procedures, and the HCPS Strategic Plan.
  • Effectively performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Light work, lifting up to 25 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds frequently. Regular travel throughout the school and effectively interact with students, staff, and community members. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by…