Teacher - 3rd Grade Job Mountain View area,California USA,Education / Teaching

Washington Elementary School District 6, Mountain View - Phoenix, Arizona

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Elementary, Classroom Teacher >
Title I

Summary

Under general direction, incumbent provides quality instruction through planned lessons, diagnosing learning needs, creating and leading engaging learning activities, utilizing assessments to monitor student progress, and communicating with administration and parents. Creating a flexible classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth to motivate pupils.

Essential Functions

Teaches district-approved curriculum and Arizona State standards.
Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
Is available to students and parents for education‑related purposes outside the instructional day.
Plans and coordinates the work of teacher aides, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers, and exhibits of student work.
Incorporates technology into lesson plans.
Establishes and maintains good rapport with students, employees, community members and vendors.
Establishes and enforces classroom management structure and rules that ensure the academic engagement and the physical and mental safety of all students.
Celebrates the achievements and successes of students.
Maintains knowledge of grade level content and standards for the students they serve.
Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
Other job related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

To be eligible for this position, an applicant must meet the following required qualifications. Verification of these required qualifications is necessary.

Obtain and maintain an appropriate Arizona Department of Education Teaching Certification for the position hired.
Obtain and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Identidy Verified Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Knowledge and Skills Required

Must perform the job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Demonstrates knowledge of state and national standards, district curriculum and instructional materials and assessments.
Demonstrates knowledge of interpreting data and assessments to make instructional decisions.
Supports school and district mission and vision.
Utilizes effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrates flexibility, dependability, organization, and collaboration.
Establishes rapport with peers and parents.
Is willing to participate in district training for coaching.
Demonstrates lifelong learning.
Seeks opportunities to demonstrate leadership.

Physical Requirements

The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Working

Conditions

The work environment is moderately noisy. Employees may be occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving…