Grade 1

The Elementary Teacher is responsible for the instruction of designated content area(s)/course(s) in a classroom setting within an elementary school.

• Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s)/course(s) assigned in accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.
• Creates a positive educational climate for students to learn in an atmosphere of respect and rapport.
• Creates and delivers relevant and rigorous lessons that maximize student engagement and achievement.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds in order to meet the individual needs of students.
• Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards, monitors student assessment data, and maintains student grades and attendance.
• Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management strategies and invoking appropriate disciplinary procedures.
• Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and encourages parental involvement.
• Takes all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of students and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, and data.
• Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours as required.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

• Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary Education (Required).
• Education:
  
  Education required per district policy.
• Job Knowledge:
  Competent in required job skills and knowledge; ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; understands how the job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
• Language Skills:
  Reads, analyzes, and interprets documents; responds to inquiries or complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or the community; writes speeches and effectively presents to managers, the public, and school board.
• Mathematical Skills:
  Works with math concepts (e.g., probability, statistics, fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions) and applies them to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability:
  Solves practical problems and interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Computer Skills:
  Microsoft Office.

• Physical
  
  Activities:
  
  Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.
• Lifting Demands:
  Up to 10 pounds.
• Reaching
  
  Activities:
  
  Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.
• Environmental Conditions:
  
  Noise level, moderate.

All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline. All applicants must have an active application and must have received an active notification from the Application Center to be considered or interviewed for any posted position.

NOTE:

School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age. The district also provides preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

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• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Other
• Industries:
  Primary and Secondary Education