Grade 5

Summary

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.

• Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:
  Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary Education Required.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Reads, analyzes, and interprets documents; responds to inquiries; writes effectively; presents to managers, the public, and school board.
• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
  Works with math concepts and applies them to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability:
  Solves practical problems and interprets instructions furnished in various forms.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Microsoft Office.

5th grade Math/science, hours are 7:05 to 3:05.

• Note:
  
  School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity and does not discriminate on basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political beliefs, disability, or age. Preference in selection may be given to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.
• All current employees seeking transfer or promotion must apply through the employee experience page. See Incentives and processes for transfers and postings.
• Job description resources: job description search at the district website.

• Physical
  
  Activities:
  
  Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, hearing.
• Lifting Demands:
  Up to 10 pounds.
• Reaching
  
  Activities:
  
  Both hands; overhead.
• Environmental Conditions:
  
  Noise moderate.

All postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline. Active application and notification from the Application Center are required for consideration.