Millburn Elementary Teacher - K-5

• Teachers shall affirm and accept their responsibility to practice their profession according to the highest ethical standards.
• Teachers shall demonstrate knowledge in assigned subject areas as well as in the principles of learning and effectively apply both.

• Teachers shall appropriately plan and prepare for effective teaching and learning.

• Teachers shall be responsible for implementing the instructional program as contained within the district's curriculum guides and for demonstrating principles of effective instruction.

• Teachers shall maintain a climate conducive to learning which is essential for maximum student learning. The teacher encourages students to develop self-directed positive behavior.

• Teachers shall employ effective communication techniques with parents, students, and colleagues.

The teacher displays an ethical, positive, and professional manner in dealing with children, parents, and fellow staff members. The teacher is knowledgeable in the assigned subject areas and is aware of other disciplines that directly relate to pupil learning. For example, the latter includes guidance, learning disabilities, social work, and speech. The teacher is also knowledgeable in the principles of learning and effectively applies them.

• Implements scope and sequence of the curriculum at the appropriate level and relates plans to clearly defined objectives which are consistent with district curriculum.
• Is receptive to new ideas and demonstrates evidence of professional growth and development.
• Responds constructively to recommendations made in periodic performance evaluations.
• Is willing to work and give additional time to students outside of regular class hours.
• Assumes a reasonable share of the responsibility for instilling a learning environment within the school.
• Selects appropriate channels for resolving concerns and problems.
• Establishes relationships with pupils, parents, colleagues, and administration, which reflect mutual respect.
• Demonstrates a willingness to assume additional building and/or district-related responsibilities.
• Attends and participates in all regularly-scheduled professional and other meetings, including institutes, workshops, and staff meetings as requested by the Superintendent, principal, or immediate supervisor.
• Demonstrates consistency in attendance patterns by having a good attendance record.
• Practices punctual arrival and departure from the building, classes, and committee meetings.
• Practices punctual, timely, and accurate completion of required records and reports.

The teacher shows an understanding of learning theory, organizes effective learning experiences, and achieves objectives.

• Impacts very positively upon, and is sensitive to, students within the school environment.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to the academic, emotional and social needs of individual students.
• Encourages each member of the class to participate and be involved.
• Acknowledges correct responses and responds to incorrect or incomplete responses by providing opportunities for students to be successful.
• Creates an environment conducive to learning by maintaining a high level of time-on-task for all students.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, and in a timely manner, corrects and returns assignments.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques, human resources, and instructional media.
• Provides explanations, oral or written, that are adequate to helping students understand the contents of the lesson and their…