Marion Cross School is seeking an elementary teacher beginning August of 2024. The successful candidate must be collaborative and flexible, and have strong relationship building skills. Sincere interest in integrating curriculum is a must. The ideal candidate will provide quality, data-driven instruction to meet the needs of all learners, communicate effectively and work collaboratively.
The Marion Cross School is a Pre-K-6 school in beautiful Norwich, Vermont. We are home to the first interstate school district. We value outdoor education, critical thinking skills, positive school community, and appreciate the students and families that we serve. Our school has a dedicated PTO and strong community support. Our salary is competitive, with a comfortable benefit package.
We seek a teacher who will work collaboratively to grow an elementary program and class environment favorable to learning and student growth. The teacher will work to establish effective rapport with students, to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued education in accordance with each student’s ability, and to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members.
Position starts 8/21/2024, open until filled.
Submit applications at https://sau70.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=539
POSITION TITLE: CLASSROOM TEACHERJob Description Approved By: SAU 70 School BoardDate01/01/2018General PurposeThe classroom teacher is responsible for the education of each pupil in his/her charge and for working with students, parents, other teachers, and staff toward achieving the goals set forth by the district.
Reports ToPrincipal
SupervisesN/A
Position Duties And ResponsibilitiesExcept as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to this position:

• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students, and encourages mutual respect and effective learning.
• Plan lessons that employ a variety of instructional techniques that, when implemented, meet the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Utilizes district curriculum goals and objectives to write comprehensive lesson plans designed to meet the learning needs of all students.
• Uses a variety of audio, visual, manipulative, and technological materials and resources to support the district’s curriculum.
• Understands how students learn and develop and provides opportunities that support their cognitive, linguistic, creative, social, moral, emotional, and physical development.
• Identifies possible causes of student behavior and deals with the behavior constructively and according to School Board policy.
• Assesses student for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding students’ progress, expectations, goals, etc.
• Utilizes data from standardized tests and a variety of formal and informal assessments to drive instruction.
• Maintains maximum supervision of assigned students at all times and encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Strives to implement by instruction and action the District’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Makes referrals to district specialists about students who exhibit signs of educational handicapping conditions.
• Implements accommodations and modifications as listed on Individual Education Plan (IEP), 504 plans, and developed at CHAT meetings.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administration regulation.
• Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, faculty meetings) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.
• Participates in curriculum construction and revision and cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Contributes to the quality, positive culture, and effectiveness of the school and district by working individually and/or collaboratively with others.
• Maintains open lines of communication with parents in order to provide parents with information that will serve the best interests of students, and exercises discretion with information received from parents.
• Participates as a team member on special education Individual Education Plan (IEP) meeting team as requested and to implement individual education plans as required.
• Maintains state certification through approved professional development activities.
• Perform other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned.
• Must comply with all SAU 70 District policies and building / department rules, procedures, practices and objectives.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and employees will also perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor(s).
EvaluationEvaluation will be based on ability and effectiveness in carrying out the responsibilities of the position as defined. Performance will be reviewed by Administrators in cooperation with the Superintendent and in accordance with School Board policy.
Terms Of EmploymentContracted 185 days
Exempt
Minimum QualificationsEducation and Experience:Bachelor’s Degree
Necessary Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesKnowledge of child and adolescent development
Knowledge of testing instruments and their application to the academic setting
Knowledge of research based instructional interventions
Ability to collaborate with professionals, parents, and community
Awareness of applicable state Administrative Rules and Regulations
Licensure And Certification RequirementsApplicable State Certification (or Statement of Eligibility from applicable agency )
Highly Qualified status or equivalent
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS: Primary Physical Requirements:(Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required)

• Lift up to 10 lbs:

Frequently required

• Lift 11 to 25 lbs:

Occasionally required

• Lift 25 to 50 lbs:

Rarely required

• Lift over 50 lbs:

Not required

• Carry up to 10 lbs:

Frequently required

• Carry 11 to 25 lbs:

Occasionally required

• Carry 26 to 50 lbs:

Rarely required

• Carry over 50 lbs:

Not required

• Reach above shoulder height:

Frequently required

• Reach at shoulder height:

Occasionally required

• Reach below shoulder height:

Frequently required

• Push/Pull:

Frequently required
Hand Manipulation(Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required)

• Grasping:

Frequently required

• Handling:

Frequently required

• Torquing:

Not required

• Fine Manipulation:

Frequently required

• Controls and Equipment:

Computer, telephone, copy machine and scanner, 2-way radio, calculator, Overhead Projector, Smartboards
Other Physical Consideration(Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required)

• Twisting:

Frequently required

• Bending:

Frequently required

• Crawling:

Not required

• Squatting:

Frequently required

• Kneeling:

Occasionally required

• Crouching:

Frequently required

• Climbing:

Not required

• Balancing:

Rarely required
During The Work Day, Employee Is Required To

• Sit:

up to 3 consecutive hours

• Stand:

up to 3 consecutive hours

• Walk:

up to 1 consecutive hour
Cognitive And Sensory Requirement(s)

• Talking:

Necessary for communicating with others.

• Hearing:

Necessary for receiving instructions and inquiries.

• Sight:

Necessary for doing job effectively and correctly.

• Tasting and Smelling:

Not Required
Work Environment: Inside: up to 100% Outside: up to 20%Work Surface(s): Office Desk, Office ChairCarpeted floor, tile floorOther Training, Skills And Experience RequirementsAbility to work with staff, students, parents, and the community
Other Considerations And RequirementsThe physical demands of an employee in a regular education teaching role are minimal. The employee is occasionally required to do some lifting. Employee is typically able to sit and stand as needed.
Applicants will be subjected to a criminal background check as required by state law.