Teacher - EL 3rd Grade Job Peoria area,Illinois USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Teacher - EL (FT) - 3rd Grade
The classroom teacher shall:

Establish and adjust course outlines and objectives by following curriculum guides/maps, referring to the Illinois state standards as minimum guidelines, and by modifying plans on the basis of student diagnostic and assessment procedures.
Utilize a variety of valid teaching strategies, techniques, interactive opportunities, and technology implementation to challenge students to reach their potential in a college prep school.
Make changes in the curriculum, methods, and/or materials to meet each student's needs, including struggling students and high-achieving students.
Complete educational requirements by scheduling and assigning instructional activities and following up on results.
Assess student learning by preparing, administering, and scoring tests; by reviewing and correcting assignments: by eliciting student questions and responses; and by evaluating application of learning to classroom project results.
Maintain student learning results by providing instructional feedback; by coaching, counseling, and disciplining students; and by planning, monitoring, and appraising learning results.
Maintain records by documenting learning accomplishments, attendance, and behavior through Power Teacher.
Maintain and submit current lesson plans as requested by the principal.
Recognize the role of parents as being primarily responsible to God for their children's education and be prepared to assist them with this task.
Help parents by providing academic information, by suggesting available educational and social resources, by addressing parents' concerns, and by answering questions and requests.
Know and comply with emergency and crisis procedures.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, by reviewing professional publications, by establishing personal networks, and by participating in professional societies.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Keep proper discipline in the classroom, hallways, and on school premises.
Enforce the parent/student handbook.
Integrate biblical principles, biblical worldview, and the Christian philosophy of education throughout the curriculum and activities.
Contribute to the spiritual growth of the students by example, by personal and professional studies, and by personal devotions and worship.
Actively assist and encourage students to grow in their faith.
Develop rapport with students, parents, and staff.
Supervise and sponsor extra-curricular activities, as assigned or needed.
Support the broader program of the school by attending extra-curricular activities when possible.
Recognize the need for and contribute to good public relations inside the school family, as well as outside in the community.
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Attend and participate in scheduled devotionals, staff training, committees, and faculty meetings.
Cooperate with the Board and administration in implementing all policies, procedures, and directives governing operation of the school.
All other duties, as assigned, by the Board, Superintendent, or building Principal