Elementary Classroom Teacher

Elementary Classroom Teacher

The Kennett School District seeks applicants for an elementary classroom teacher for the  school year. As part of our innovative 4-day school week schedule, you will have the opportunity to engage students in meaningful learning experiences while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Applicants need to have a Missouri teacher certification or be eligible for certification. Starting teacher pay is $40,000, and salary is based upon years of experience and education.

Teacher certification within the subject-area of Elementary Education

Reports to Building-level Administrators

Terms of Employment Teacher contract

Performance Responsibilities:

• Teaches elementary education classes to students, utilizing a course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
• Instructs students in citizenship and subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize instructional time.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
• Evaluates students' academic growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents to discuss student progress.
• Identifies needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and assisting student's needs.
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional displays, bulletin boards, and centers.
• Maintains professional competence through ongoing and systematic professional development.
• Administers standardized testing in accordance with district policy and state law.