FTE Grade 1 Teacher

Position: 1.0 FTE Grade 1 Teacher
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Responsible for effective planning and assessment of curriculum and instruction;

* Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of all students;

* Responsible for effective instruction which includes making learning goals clear to the students, and using appropriate instructional and questioning techniques;

* Responsible for using innovative approaches and instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies, to increase student learning and confidence to learn;

* Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students;

* Responsible for the promotion of high standards and expectations for student achievement and behavior;

* Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum standards and establishes clear objectives which reflect these standards for all lessons, units, and projects;

* Implements the district's mission, philosophy of education and instructional standards and objectives;

* Assesses and documents student progress on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required;

* Documents the learning problems of students and seeks the assistance of district specialists as required;

* Implements all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, develops reasonable rules and standards for classroom behavior;

* Strives to maintain and improve professional competence especially as it relates to the specific assignment and student grade and subject area appropriateness;

* Attends staff meetings as required;

* Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with others;

* Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students, colleagues, and parents concerning the academic and behavioral progress of assigned students;

* Responsible for the promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning, including implementing specific strategies for students with special needs, with 504 plans and r second language learners;

* Responsible for providing equal educational opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, homelessness, religion, national origin, or disability;

* Perform other job-related duties as assigned.by principal