1st Grade Teacher - Elementary

Alpena Public Schools

Employee Job Description

Position Title: Teacher, Elementary 

Department: Instruction

Reports To: Principal

SUMMARY:  To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for their future education, in accordance with each pupil's ability; and to establish good relationships with parents, other staff members, and the school community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• • Plans and develops an engaging, age and developmentally appropriate course of study in the classroom, adhering to education best practices and state and school district curriculum guidelines.

  • Teaches district-approved curriculum.

  • Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulation and procedures of the school district.

  • Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.

  • Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

  • Communicates regularly with parents outside the normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.

  • Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.

  • Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.  Contacts parents at first sign of behavioral and/or academic problems.

  • Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals/accommodations and develops strategies for individual education plans.

  • Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.

  • Plans and coordinates the work of instructional assistants, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.

  • Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.

  • Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of student's work.

  • Works with other professional staff on curriculum studies and related committees.

  • Actively participates in regular staff and professional development activities.

  • Reviews email and voicemail communications regularly and responds as needed.

  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

  • Follows all District policies and procedures. 

  • Conducts oneself in a professional and respectful manner at all times.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  Supervises the behavior of students, instructional assistants, and volunteers in the classroom.