4th Grade ELAR Teacher

Responsible for delivering high-quality, research-based English Language Arts Reading (ELAR) instruction to students using the Texas Education Agency state developed Bluebonnet Learning Instructional Materials. The role requires expert knowledge of the TEKS and the ability to effectively utilize provided daily lesson plans, student materials, and assessments to build foundational knowledge and literacy skills in students.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Instructional StrategiesImplement daily lesson plans and activities as outlined in the Bluebonnet Learning teacher guides.
• Facilitate knowledge-building through rich read alouds and engaging, vocabulary-rich activities that connect topics across grade levels.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.

Student Growth and Development

• Administer the curriculum-embedded formal and informal assessments to monitor student progress and achievement.
• Analyze student performance data to inform instruction, provide diffeentiated support, and adjust teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners, including students with disabilities and emergent bilinguals.
• Communicate student progress and curriculum goals to parents and work collaborativel to support at home learning.
• Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Communication

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment;

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours