Teacher - Elementary

1. Prepare lesson plans for the principal's careful and thorough review which are correlated to the current state curriculum standards, and then effectively use the lesson plans;
2. Use appropriate grade level, data-driven, research-based, teaching strategies to teach the appropriate curriculum standards to all student, and subgroups of students;
3. Analyze the most recent, appropriate, formal state assessment results (including applicable Value-Added and TVAAS Teacher Effect) as well as the latest system-and school-level Report Card, studying identified strengths and weaknesses, then make appropriate adjustments in the classroom;
4. Serve as a positive and active participant in the appropriate Professional Learning Community (school level and system level when applicable);
5. Assess frequently students' comprehension and application of expected curriculum standards;
6. Take responsibility for all students' mastery of applicable curriculum standards and significant academic growth;
7. Prepare, administer, and correct tests and records results;
8. Assign lessons and correct papers;
9. Maintain order in classroom and on playground;
10. Counsel students when adjustment and academic problems arise;
11. Discuss students' academic and behavior problems with parents and suggest corrective action;
12. Keep attendance and grade records as required by school board;
13. Observe students to detect signs of ill health or emotional disturbance and to evaluate progress;
14. Represent the school and the community in a positive manner;
15. Report to the principal when one knows, or reasonably suspects, that a child's health or welfare has been, or appears to have been, harmed as a result of abuse or neglect; and
16. Perform other work-related duties as assigned.