Grade 2

Overview

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.

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is expected as part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.

• Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:
  Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary Education Required.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Reads, analyzes, and interprets documents; responds to inquiries from employees, regulatory agencies, or the community; writes speeches and presents to managers, the public, and the school board.
• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
  Works with math concepts such as probability, statistics, geometry, and trigonometry; applies fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability:
  Solves practical problems; interprets instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Microsoft Office.

• Physical
  
  Activities:
  
  Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.
• Lifting Demands:
  Up to 10 pounds.
• Reaching
  
  Activities:
  
  Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.
• Environmental Conditions:
  
  Noise level moderate.

All district employees must follow applicable policies and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political beliefs, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. The district may provide preference in selection procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Note:

School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political beliefs, disability or age.

Salary Schedules:
Our district salary schedules are available online.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Other

Industries:
Primary and Secondary Education

Note:

Not all sections may apply to every posting. Please review the official posting for complete details.