Teacher - Elementary School

Teacher - Elementary School

Hickman County Schools Elementary - Clinton, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5601479

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 6, 2026

SUMMARY OF DUTIES: To implement by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives. Under direction, to teach and instruct pupils in elementary or a combination of in academic, social, behavioral, and other related skill areas; to plan, develop, organize, and conduct a comprehensive education program for early childhood and primary grade pupils; to assist pupils, parents, and others in aiding pupils in adjusting to a structured educational environment;

and to do other related functions as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This position classification requires subject matter expertise commonly associated with teaching and instruction. Directly related teaching and instruction experience is suggested to perform problem analysis using prescribed principles, methods and concepts. The position classification performs decision analysis and makes decisions of considerable consequence, in determining how best to aid students in the learning process. The functional role of this position classification requires the application and interpretation of data, facts, procedures, and policies.

The incumbent meets frequently with school administrators, teachers, and other staff to communicate information, data, and alternative problem solutions.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs and learning styles of each student.
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Pursue a variety of methodology in teaching and instructing pupils, including instruction, demonstration, lecture, activity participation, and using specialized educational equipment, materials, and aids.
• Teach and instruct pupils in citizenship and other subject matter specified by legal mandates, district policies and regulations.
• Prepare, develop and utilize a variety of instructional materials appropriate for the instructional level of pupils within a wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturity.
• Review, analyze, and evaluate the history, background, and assessment of pupils in designing an educational program to meet specific individual educational needs.
• Provide individual and group instruction designed to enhance pupil mental, social, and emotional growth.
• Establish and maintain appropriate standards of student behavior, utilizing a variety of behavior management strategies and techniques, including behavior modification, reinforcement and other positive behavior shaping processes.
• Evaluate each student’s academic, behavioral, and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports on a regular basis.
• Communicate with students and parents through conferences and other means to discuss student progress and interpret the school program.
• Identify student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude and learning problems.
• Create an effective environment for learning.
• Maintain professional competence through professional staff development activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities.
• Participate cooperatively with the appropriate administrator in the district evaluation process.
• Supervise students in/out of classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Administer group assessments in accordance with the district assessment program.
• Administer, score, and record the results of a variety of criterion referenced and standardized tests in evaluating pupil progress.
• Assist and cooperate with school and district personnel in assessing pupil needs, in the development of alternative solutions to individual educational planning, and in the adapting of curriculum offerings to…