Teaching, Elementary School

Teaching Position 26-27

Union County Public Schools Rock Rest Elementary - Monroe, North Carolina

Job : 5733092
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: May 22, 2026 1:03 PM (UTC)

POSITION TITLE: Teacher

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 Months

DATE OF LAST REVISION: December 2025

Under general supervision, a teacher will plan, organize, and implement an instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides, and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic goals by creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning, and appropriate to the maturity and interest of students.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver educational lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
• Demonstrate differentiated methods of instruction that effectively address individual student educational goals and needs.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and other appropriate activities in furtherance of curriculum goals.
• Evaluate student progress and development to address individual needs.
• Provide supervision of students for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.

• Accurately maintain student/school records as required by state or federal laws, and Union County Board of Education policies, and/or school-based requests, and adhere to confidentiality requirements of state and federal law.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures and implementing Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies.
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and individual needs.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment through the utilization of relevant technology and instruction.
• Effectively communicate to assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, and volunteers their responsibilities.
• Participate in school-sponsored extracurricular activities, such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs, and student organizations, as directed.
• Participate in meetings at the department, school, district, and/or parent/teacher conferences.
• Provide for own professional growth through ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced coursework.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree in education or in a related area that will qualify for licensure as a teacher by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
• Master’s in education or related area (desirable).

• Perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to upgrade skills periodically in order to meet changing job conditions.
• Apply assessment instruments; operate standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; prepare and maintain accurate records.
• Problem solving with data requiring independent interpretation of guidelines; analyze issues and create action plans.
• Work with diverse individuals and/or groups.
• Interact with people beyond giving and receiving instructions; adapt to stressful and emergency situations.

Strength:
Sedentary/Medium - Exert force 10-25 lbs., frequently; up to 10 lbs., constantly; or a negligible amount of force to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.

Physical Demands:
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, carrying, reaching, handling, and repetitive fine motor activities. Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

Vision:
Frequent near acuity and occasional far acuity. Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment.

Environmental Conditions:

Varies from indoor to outdoor exposure; noise levels ranging from moderate to loud.

Hazards:
Uneven walking/working surfaces, communicable diseases, cleaning chemicals, lifting/carrying of materials, and power/hand-operated equipment and machinery (as related to specific assignment).

Additional Physical Requirement:
Physical Ed Teachers - Lifting 11-20 lbs., 50 lb. max;
Push/Pull 0-5 lbs.;
Bend/Squat/Stoop/Kneel 15 minutes/hr. minimum;
Sitting (Sedentary Work) 90 minutes max. per instance;
Standing/Walking 30-40 minutes/hour; up to 4 hours continuous max.

In compliance with Federal Law, Union County Public Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.

Full-time

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