Fifth Grade Teacher Standard

ELEMENTARY-MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL CLASSROOM TEACHER

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. The teacher may teach one or more subjects.

• Planning and Preparation:
  Demonstrates mastery of content and pedagogy, knowledge of students and resources; sets instructional outcomes for diverse learners; designs coherent instruction and student assessments aligned with Common Core State Standards.
• Classroom Environment:
  Creates an environment of respect and rapport; organizes physical space to create a safe, accessible, and resource‑rich environment; manages classroom procedures and student behavior; establishes a culture for learning; demonstrates cultural competency.
• Instruction:
  Communicates learning expectations to students; engages students in learning; utilizes questioning and discussion techniques; embeds assessment in instruction; demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness; demonstrates familiarity with Multi‑Tiered Systems of Support.
• Professional Responsibilities:
  Maintains accurate records; reflects on teaching; supports family and community partnerships; participates in a professional community; demonstrates professionalism, integrity and ethical conduct.

• Education/Experience
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  Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with student teaching experience and/or three (3) years of verified contracted teaching experience with a Bachelor's Degree; ability to obtain a valid Nevada teaching license.
• Knowledge
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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; interpersonal relations.
• Skills
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  Creating an effective learning environment; establishing and maintaining working relationships with teachers, administrators, counselors, and staff; maintaining pupil behavior standards; 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 ability to obtain a valid Nevada teaching license in the relevant subject area/grade level.
• Special Considerations
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  When selected as Department Chair of a high school, additional pay will be provided based on the number of teachers supervised.

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 (including pregnancy), 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 in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.

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