1st Grade Teacher

Starting Date:
Jul 16, 2026

The Marion School District is seeking a dedicated and passionate fully licensed 1st grade Teacher to join our innovative, dynamic learning community. We are committed to the success of our students in and out of the classroom and in life. Ideal candidates will have a strong commitment to their profession and proven record of fostering positive and engaging learning environments.

• Ensuring that classroom and curriculum meet Marion pedagogy and Arkansas Academic State Standards for every subject area assigned.
• Adhering to the Code of Ethics set forth by the Arkansas Department of Education.
• Evaluating and maintaining complete and accurate files regarding students’ academic progress and physical, social and emotional growth, and communicating with parents or guardians on individual student progress.
• Planning and evaluating daily lessons that are developmentally appropriate.
• Identifying the needs of a group of students, as well as individual students, and providing for continuous assessment of their abilities and differentiated instruction to meet individual needs.
• Providing instruction, organization and management in the classroom to create a respectful environment conducive to learning.
• Supervising students both in and out of the classroom in a respectful and positive manner.
• Engaging in the appropriate use of space, equipment, and material storage.
• Creating and maintaining a healthy and safe environment within the classroom and the school.
• Adhering to all school systems, protocols and policies developed.
• Maintaining professional competence through participation in school‑provided in‑service activities and/or self‑selected professional growth activities related to job responsibilities.
• Initiating, planning and participating in parent/guardian conferences and other contacts, as well as sending written information home about class activities in a timely manner.
• Fulfilling other assigned duties as prescribed by the Principal/Supervisor.
• Maintaining a valid Arkansas teaching license registered in the manner required by law during employment.

• Arriving at work on time, punctually attending, and actively participating in all required meetings and training.
• Being a respectful, cooperative, and reliable team member and participant in school activities.
• Consulting with the Principal or designee in a timely fashion to address the needs of students who are struggling.
• Communicating and coordinating with subject teachers regarding lessons, child behavior, parent communication, and reports through regular meetings.
• Participating on required committees as prescribed by the Principal.
• Participating in the assessment and planning of curriculum development and other programs to meet the needs of the school.
• Attending regular supervisory meetings with the Principal.

• Fostering a nurturing classroom environment that respects all students and encourages them to do their best.
• Respecting the confidentiality of information about enrolled children and families, personnel issues, contributors, and other school operations.
• Being able to multi‑task and act independently while exercising sound judgment.
• Committing to building a diverse community.
• Maintaining confidentiality in accordance with FERPA regulations and policies.

Language: Must have superior expressive and receptive English language skills to communicate with and be understood by students, co‑workers and parents, receiving their responses and responding appropriately.

Sensory: Must be able to track and observe students in a 360‑degree classroom, gym or cafeteria environment to ensure compliance and safety; able to visually or otherwise access written and printed content and respond verbally and in writing; able to understand and respond to verbal expressions of others, often in a noisy environment with multiple speakers and background noise, or outside.

Movement: Must have the ability to move around on hard surfaces and industrial carpeted surfaces, and to walk at a brisk pace over long distances without needing to…