What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Classroom Teacher position at Any Available/Multiple Locations?
Position Description
POSITION TITLE: 1st Grade Classroom Teacher
QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of bachelor’s degree with proper Tennessee endorsement in Elementary Education and demonstration of “Highly Qualified” status through Praxis testing or coursework.
REPORTS TO: Principal and/or Elementary Supervisor
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time position
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
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Participate in curriculum review and design.
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Implement a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.
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Diagnose and evaluates student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.
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Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
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Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
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Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
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Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District (ESL, RTI, Etc.).
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Effectively implement district initiatives.
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Effectively collaborate with department and grade level teachers.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
- Attend meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
- Serve on committees as assigned.
- Remain current on instructional practices in education.