4th Grade Teacher

4th Grade Teacher

Suffolk Public Schools – Creekside Elementary – Suffolk, Virginia

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• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  Posted until filled
• Posted:
  May 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date:
  Aug 10, 2026

Position Title: 2610 Elementary Teacher

General Definition and Conditions of Work:

Performs difficult professional work providing a broad range of teaching services, assisting students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed as a foundation for future learning in accordance with each student's ability; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the School Principal.

Essential Functions / Typical Tasks:

• Establishing a flexible elementary grade program and class environment favorable to learning; teaching a broad range of subjects; motivating students to achieve maximum potential.
• Develop lesson plans and use of instructional materials;
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences;
• Integrates subject area content and technology;
• Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district;
• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, music and other subjects based on approved course of study;
• Establishes and maintains standard of behavior;
• Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, prepares progress reports and report cards; submits all documents in timely manner;
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means;
• Identifies student needs, assists with assessment of needs and requests special services as necessary;
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education and self-selected professional growth activities;
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional materials;
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with established procedures;
• Participates in curriculum development programs, faculty committees and student activity sponsorship as required;
• Participates in child study, Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP) meetings;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of elementary education principles, practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching; thorough knowledge of school division rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and parents; ability to operate a personal computer.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in elementary education or an acceptable related field.

Special Requirements:

Eligible for a Virginia teaching license with appropriate endorsement.

FLSA Status: Exempt

AA/EOE Statement: This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or national origin.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $60,000 to $93,446 Per Year

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Human Resources Department
• School Administrative Offices
• Suffolk, Virginia 23434
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