Primary Elementary Teacher- K-2

Position Summary

The successful candidate will be able to facilitate student comprehension and application of concepts- skills and behaviors that contribute to the development of elementary learners to fulfill their academic potential.

• Bachelor’s degree in elementary education
• Currently hold or be eligible for a Kansas certificate in respective content area
• Demonstrated knowledge of methods of effective instruction
• Desire and ability to work with students and staff
• A willingness to cooperate with and follow the directions of the school principal
• The ability and willingness to communicate with parents
• Ability to plan- organize- and see that activities are completed
• Proficient in data collection and reporting
• Excellent written and oral skills
• Proficient in Microsoft and Google applications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.
• Valid Teaching Certificate with applicable level area endorsements.
• 5+ years of directly related verifiable experience in elementary education.

• Ability to facilitate the personal- social- and intellectual development of students.
• Ability to establish a positive learning environment and respond to the individual educational needs of students.
• Ability to ensure all activities conform to District guidelines.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively and cooperatively with members of the school district and community.
• Ability to react to change in an instructional and productive manner- and handle other tasks as assigned.
• Ability to be mobile in the classroom.
• Ability to monitor student achievement and teacher (self) effectiveness- and make changes to instruction techniques to improve student achievement.
• Ability to work to implement the vision and mission of the district.
• Ability to work with technology/computer systems.
• Ability to supervise- direct- motivate- and correct employee’s job performance.
• Ability to model commitment and dedication to work.
• Ability to work independently and without supervision- and complete work in an efficient manner.

• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to provide an orderly- productive environment for learning.
• Communicates with parents and counselors on a student`s progress.
• Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.
• Participates in faculty committees and sponsorship of pupil activities.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education provided by the district- and in self-selected professional growth activities related to elementary education.
• Ensures that all activities conform to district guidelines.
• Communicates effectively with all members of the school district and community.
• Works effectively with community organizations.
• Reacts to change productively and handles other tasks as assigned.
• Supports the value of education.
• Supports the mission and vision of USD #458.
• Keeps abreast of new information- best practices- innovative ideas- and techniques.
• Adheres to all district health and safety policies- including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal- or other Administrative Staff.

Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in the work environment. Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job is required.

• Must have physical stamina to maintain job responsibilities.
  2. Requires occasional stooping- bending- kneeling- reaching- and turning.

To perform this job successfully- an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge- skill- and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

10 months (188 Days);
Academic school year as assigned.

Performance effectiveness will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of Kansas Statutes and Board of Education Policy.

* The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not…