Teacher - Grade 2

Classroom Teacher 2-4 Grade

Location:

Steger Intermediate Center Supervisor:
Principal FLSA Status:
Exempt Union/Non-Union:
Union

Job Summary:

To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for upper elementary grade education, in accordance with each student ability; and to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Essential Functions:

To excel in this role, the individual must meet the following key responsibilities:

• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, and health to students in a classroom, using the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate and timely records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student progress and interpret the school program.
• Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Administers group-standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.

Additional Responsibilities:
Additional tasks as assigned.

Physical Activity:
The role requires frequent walking and standing.

Work Environment:
The work environment is generally stable, with minimal exposure to unusual temperatures, noise, or hazards. The position requires extended and non-traditional hours to fulfill job duties, as well as participation in organization-sponsored events and meetings.

Qualifications:

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with: K-9 endorsement Licenses/Credential:
Valid Illinois Teacher's License (PEL).

Terms of Employment:
Employment begins on August 1 each year and ends two weeks after the final day of the academic year for students and teachers.

Evaluation:
The performance of this role is evaluated according to the Board's policy on evaluating professional personnel.