Elementary School Teacher - 2Nd Grade

Duties

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Listed below but not limited to

Planning and Preparation:

• Plans long-range lessons, units and projects consistent with the established curriculum as defined by law and the learning objectives of the school district

• Uses the available materials and equipment

• Remains current in research as it applies to both subject matter and pedagogy

• Understands the typical developmental characteristics of the age group, as well as exceptions to the general patterns

• Seeks and applies opportunities for collaboration to enhance instruction and student learning

• Has a predetermined plan to assess whether presented material is understood using a variety of assessment techniques and uses the results to plan for future instruction of students

• Provides clear plans for a substitute teacher and has a substitute folder available with appropriate artifacts

Classroom Environment:

• Supervises volunteers and paraprofessionals in the classroom

• Enforces classroom and school rules or procedures, Board policies and regulations

• Responds to misbehavior appropriately while respecting student dignity

• Provides a safe classroom where learning is equally accessible to all students

• Implements a classroom routine which students understand

• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities

• Establishes a climate enabling students to work without being disturbed by others

• Facilitates smooth and efficient classroom operation by providing the availability, distribution, collection and organization of materials and supplies

• Is fair and impartial in dealing with students

• Handles classroom problems and is willing to seek supportive help

Instruction:

• Demonstrates competency of subject matter taught

• Differentiates instruction to meet the needs of all students

• Revises plans on an ongoing basis, considering student's needs, ability levels and interests

• Provides clear directions and explains assignments

• Uses a wide variety of oral and written questioning techniques

• Includes activities/questions that require higher levels of thinking

• Moves about during the lesson to establish, maintain or re-establish pupil involvement

• Uses available technology resources that are suitable to the instructional goals and engage students

• Achieves a balance of teacher vs. student-centered activities appropriate to the grade level and subject matter being taught

• Facilitates a smooth transition from one activity to another by individuals or groups

• Monitors the progress of students in the curriculum

• Provides opportunity for each pupil to participate in a given activity

• Supports and accepts pupil ideas and responses

• Allows for creative or artistic expression as well as verbal participation

• Strives to secure and maintain pupils' attention.

• Provides feedback to students that is timely and of high quality

Professional Responsibilities:

• Attends required meetings and school activities

• Is in attendance on a regular basis

• Maintains and submits records as required

• Promptly communicates with principal and/or parent when necessary

• Reflects on lessons assessing the effectiveness and the extent to which instructional outcomes were achieved

• Provides information to families, as appropriate, about the instructional program

• Communicates with families about student progress and is available as needed to respond to family concerns

• Communicates with parents through newsletters following administrative guidelines

• Maintains relationships with colleagues that are characterized by mutual support and cooperation

• Seeks out opportunities for professional development to enhance content knowledge and pedagogical skill

• Displays high standards of honesty, integrity and confidentiality in interactions with colleagues, students, and the public

• Implements and maintains a teacher web page

• Complies with school and district regulations

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Professional Educator License in Illinois

• Ability to pass a fingerprint criminal background check.

Special Knowledge/Skills/Requirements:

• Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to read, learn, and interpret rules and regulations

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Ability to establish rapport with students, parents, and staff

• Knowledge of best teaching practices and pedagogy

• Ability to interpret and implement IEP's

Salary/Benefits

Salary Range: $44,544, with Bachelor's degree and no experience.

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/bcsd/onlineapp/default.aspx

Email Address

tbrown@bcsd5.org

School District

www.chathamschools.org

Position Website

https://www.applitrack.com/bcsd/onlineapp/default.aspx

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

4/3/2024

Start Date

N/A