5th Grade Teacher

Shawnee Public Schools

Job Title: Elementary Classroom Teacher

Reports To: Principal

Site: Jefferson Elementary

• State Certificate to teach in Elementary.
• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related discipline. Master's Degree preferred.
• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels is a plus.

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district‑approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students by creating a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, and goals.

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, and differentiation of instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

• Develop and administer the elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and translate them into learning experiences to best utilize available instructional time.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning, and modify instructional methods to fit individual students’ needs, including students with special needs; conduct individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instruct students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system.
• Continuously acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record‑keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievements and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourage parental involvement in students’ education and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensure that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
• Coordinate with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participate in faculty meetings and committees.
• Select and requisition appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintain inventory records.
• Supervise students in activities that take place outside of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administer standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.

• Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
• Note:
  
  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities and is not meant to be all‑inclusive of every task or responsibility.