Teacher, Fifth

Educator Position

This position is for the next school year, .

Polk County Public Schools is one of the largest school districts in the nation, encompassing more than 120 schools and serving more than 117,000 students through both traditional K-12 schools and a variety of other programs. While expanding its physical footprint, Polk County Public Schools has also built a reputation for educational excellence, as evidenced by its more than 20 nationally accredited workforce academies, five Florida Arts Model Schools, and a rising number of schools offering Advanced Placement and Cambridge International programs.

As it grows and innovates, Polk County Public Schools remains true to its mission of delivering a high-quality education to every student … because, at Polk County Public Schools, students always come first.

Polk County Public Schools is looking for adaptable, independent, and detail-oriented educators to join our team.

Our mission is to provide a high-quality education for all students. To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to the position.

This job description is not meant to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. Other duties may be assigned which are not listed. Additionally, when duties and responsibilities of this job change, this job description will be reviewed and updated, subject to changes and business necessity.

This position exists to ensure that all students learn the basic and essential skills at each grade level.

Essential functions of this job include:

• Planning and implementing a program of instruction that adheres to the district's philosophy, goals and objectives as outlined in the adopted courses of study.
• Making purposeful and appropriate lesson plans which provide for effective teaching strategies and maximizes time on task.
• Planning and implementing a program of study designed to meet individual needs of students.
• Creating a classroom environment conducive to learning by employing a variety of appropriate teaching strategies.
• Encouraging student enthusiasm for the learning process and the development of good study habits.
• Providing progress and interim reports as required.
• Preparing substitute folder containing appropriate information as requested by the building principal.
• Planning and prescribing purposeful assignments for paraprofessionals, tutors, and volunteers as needed.
• Recognizing learning problems and make referrals as appropriate.
• Demonstrating a strong grasp of subject matter. Using effective oral and written expression.

Curriculum development includes:

• Keeping current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory and is willing to share this knowledge for the continual improvement of the school's curriculum.
• Assisting in the on-going curriculum revision process, including the revision of written courses of study.
• Assisting in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Becoming acquainted with supplemental services beneficial to students as an extension of regular classroom activities.

Classroom management includes:

• Developing, in accordance with district and building guidelines, reasonable rules of classroom behavior and appropriate discipline techniques which are consistently applied.
• Taking necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Sharing responsibility during the school day for supervision of students in all areas of the school.
• Providing for the supervision of assigned students when circumstances require a brief absence from the assignment.

Public relations includes:

• Upholding and enforcing board policy, administrative procedures, and school rules and regulations; and is supportive of them to the public.
• Maintaining appropriate work habits, including…