POSITION TITLE: Teacher, Elementary School

JOB CODE: 080, 085, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105

DIVISION: Leadership

SALARY SCHEDULE: Teacher

DEPARTMENT: Leadership

WORK DAYS: 188

REPORTS TO: Principal

PAY GRADE: CIT (4, 5, 6, 7)

FLSA:  Exempt

PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly

PRIMARY FUNCTION: To provide instruction for students that enables them to learn and achieve to the maximum of their abilities.

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Educational Level: Bachelor Degree

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Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia Teaching Certificate

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Experience: None

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Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities

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Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners; student management

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Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.

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Exhibits professionalism in all job related situations; follows professional ethics in all work related activities.

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Adheres to local school procedures and regulations in a supportive manner; demonstrates loyalty to the school and its leadership; avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale; works cooperatively with colleagues and the community; promotes a positive school environment that enhances student learning; helps maintain a positive and cooperative climate.

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Maintains required work schedule in a punctual manner; demonstrates responsible attendance and use of leave.

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Provides instruction that is appropriate; communicates responsibly with all individuals and groups; assumes a fair share of outside-the-classroom school responsibilities; maintains plans according to policies and/or directives; promotes the responsible use of materials and equipment; submits accurate paperwork on schedule; prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent.

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Accounts for student attendance and punctuality; directs the conduct of students in accordance with policies at all times; takes all reasonable measures to protect students’ health and safety.

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Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures.

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Meets certification and accreditation standards.

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Seeks to improve through professional development and evaluation activities.

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Presents a personal appearance which enhances the image of the school.

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Maintains prompt and professional communication with parents.

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Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.