Second Grade Teacher Bilingual Standard

Job Description

The Washoe County School District is seeking a Second Grade Teacher, bilingual preferred, for a full-time standard position.

Summary Description
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Under the general supervision of an administrator, a classroom teacher will implement school board policy regarding the educational curriculum of a particular instructional division and/or instructional unit.

Exemplary Duties/Responsibilities
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• Planning and preparation, including demonstrating mastery of content and pedagogy, setting instructional outcomes for diverse learners, and designing coherent instruction and student assessments aligned with Common Core State Standards.
• Creating an environment of respect and rapport, organizing physical space, managing classroom procedures and student behavior, and establishing a culture for learning.
• Communicating learning expectations to students, engaging students in learning, utilizing questioning and discussion techniques, embedding assessment in instruction, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness, and demonstrating familiarity with Multi-Tiered Systems of Support.
• Maintaining accurate records, reflecting on teaching, supporting family and community partnerships, participating in a professional community, and demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
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Education/

Experience:

Any combination of education and experience in teaching would provide the required knowledge and skills. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with student teaching experience and/or three years of verified contracted teaching experience with a Bachelor's Degree and the ability to obtain a valid teaching license in Nevada.

Knowledge of
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Child development, behavior and characteristics of students, subject area and/or credential area of teaching, effective teaching skills, planning and organizing, supervision and control, assessment and diagnosis, and interpersonal relations.

Skill at
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Creating an effective environment for learning, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with teachers, administrators, counselors, and other staff members, and effective utilization of technology in instruction, planning, data-based decision making, and monitoring of student achievement.

License/Certificates
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Possession of, or the ability to obtain a valid Nevada teaching license in the relevant subject area and/or grade level.

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environment for all students, staff, and visitors. The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap.

Benefits
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Benefit packages are available for all employees. Eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, sick leave, holiday pay, vacation pay, and public employees retirement system.