1St Grade Teacher

Brandywine Community Schools Engage. Educate. Empower.

Position Announcement

Merritt Elementary is seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our team as a 1st Grade Teacher. This full-time position offers the opportunity to inspire and educate young learners in a supportive and engaging environment. The ideal candidate will foster a love of learning, promote social and emotional development, and create a classroom atmosphere that encourages curiosity and collaboration.

Provides instructional and classroom support to students in a general education setting. Designs and delivers standards-based lessons that meet diverse learning needs. Creates a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment that promotes academic and social growth. Collaborates with families, colleagues, and administrators to support student success and school-wide goals. Monitors and assesses student progress, adjusts instruction as needed, and maintains accurate records.

Engages in ongoing professional development and supports a collaborative, student-centered school culture through reflective practice, team collaboration, and active participation in school initiatives.

• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of teaching
• Considerable knowledge of techniques applicable in conducting classes for children and adults
• Considerable knowledge of adapting teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of students
• Considerable knowledge of texts, materials, supplies and equipment
• Ability to formulate courses of study and select instruction aids
• Ability to prepare lesson plans, conduct classes, construct tests, and interpret test results
• Ability to evaluate the ability, progress, behavior, and attitudes of students
• Ability to maintain discipline
• Ability to maintain the interest and cooperation of the maladjusted
• Ability to maintain records, and prepare reports and correspondence related to the work
• Ability to establish and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units and projects
• Ability to maintain favorable public relations
• Encourage students to explore learning opportunities and career paths
• Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, coworkers and supervisors
• Create a safe, respectful and inclusive classroom environment
• Knowledge of data-driven instruction and ability to interpret assessment data to inform teaching
• Ability to integrate educational technology tools and platforms to support learning
• Familiarity with culturally responsive pedagogy and trauma-informed teaching practices
• Ability to differentiate instruction for students with diverse learning needs, including ELLs and students with IEPs/504s

• Teaches elementary school courses
• Plans education schedules for students in accordance with their previous education, abilities, interests and needs
• Counsels students on general behavior, citizenship, personal problems and vocational interests
• Prepares lesson plans, determines methods of presentation, and prepares tests
• Marks tests and records grades
• Directs helpers and tutors in instruction methods and the preparation of tools
• Oversees study groups
• Participates in staff discussion on individual cases
• Supervises students assigned by colleges for practice teaching
• Maintains records and prepares reports and correspondence related to the work
• Performs related work as assigned
• Participates in grade-level/content team meetings and collaborative planning sessions
• Uses data to plan, differentiate, and adjust instruction to meet the needs of all learners
• Incorporates technology to enhance instruction and foster student engagement
• Cultural
  
  Competency:
  
  Fosters an inclusive classroom environment respectful of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and identities
• Growth Mindset:
  Welcomes feedback and seeks continuous improvement through collaboration and reflection
• Classroom Management:
  Uses proactive strategies to support positive behavior and build student relationships
• Communication:
  Builds strong relationships with students and families through consistent, respectful communication

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