Elementary Teacher

Job Description:

Elementary Teacher

Reports To:

Principal

Dept/School:

Assigned Campus

Employment:

200 Day Contract, Teacher Salary Scale

Calendar:

10 Months / 200 Days

Salary Grade:

Degree / Years (Certified Scale)

Qualifications:

• Valid Tennessee teaching license
• Applicable endorsement for subject area if required
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Prepares for class and shows evidence of preparation when requested by the Principal or other school official.
• Prepares to teach a course of study, assigns lessons, and corrects homework papers corresponding to the course of study.
• Prepares for assigned classes using appropriate materials to meet the needs of the individual student.
• Uses audiovisual/technological aids and other materials to supplement the presentation.
• Organizes and assigns lessons.
• Uses a variety of evaluation strategies and records results when appropriate.
• Administers tests to evaluate progress, records results, and issues reports to inform parents of student progress.
• Works as a cooperative Teacher to make modifications for students with learning differences as needed so the students can feel successful in the classroom.
• Conducts and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Encourages students to maintain appropriate standards of classroom behavior.
• Maintains order in the classroom and on school grounds/property.
• Assists in enforcing school rules, Board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Maintains accurate attendance, grade records, and permanent records as required by the school system and the State Department of Education.
• Meets with parents or guardians to plan and develop objectives and goals to improve students' academic progress.