Elementary Teacher -- Canyon Creek Elementary

DEFINITION:  Under the direction of the site principal, teaches reading and other language arts, social sciences, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, and music to students in a classroom setting utilizing California State Content Standards   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understands and utilizes California State Content Standards for each subject;
• Identifies and targets essential and power standards for all core curriculum areas;
• Develops daily lesson plans;
• Provides direct instruction to students;
• Establishes and maintains standards for student behavior;
• Provides planned learning experiences to motivate students and best utilize instructional time;
• Performs attendance accounting on the student information system;
• Records grades through the ABI process;
• Creates with students a functional and attractive environment for learning through displays, bulletin boards, and learning stations;
• Continually analyzes students’ academic and social growth;
• Holds students accountable for classroom assignments, homework, and projects;
• Communicates with parents through a variety of methods to inform parents of classroom happenings and to discuss student progress;
• Provides positive reinforcement to students;
• Teaches and models the six pillars of character;
• Shares in sponsorship of student activities and participates in faculty committees;
• Develops consistent, positive classroom management;
• Consistently follows all 504 plans and IEP’s;
• Meets with parents on assigned parent conference dates and any other time there is a significant issue;
• Provides an educational program that accommodates different learning styles and levels of ability;
• Administers the state testing program in accordance with state and district mandates;
• Cooperates and collaborates with other staff members in examining student work samples and in developing differentiated curriculum;
• Participates in professional development training to enhance current practices; and
• Perform related duties as assigned.
   

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge and skills of:

• California Content Standards, K-12;
• California Curriculum Frameworks and instructional materials;
• California Professional Standards for teachers and administrators;
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy;
• Analysis of test data for strengths and weaknesses, as well as trends;
• Reading charts and graphs;
• Board and district policies, procedures, and regulations; and
• Basic computer operation for presentations and entering grades and attendance.

  Ability to:

• Get along well with peers;
• Prepare and deliver oral presentations for parents at Back-to-School Night and Open House;
• Plan and organize instruction;
• Complete work with many interruptions;
• Read, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures;
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Analyze situations with accuracy and adopt an appropriate plan of action;
• Meet schedules and timelines; and
• Present a positive image of Golden Valley Unified School District.
  
  

Education and Experience:
A Bachelor’s degree, a California Multiple Subject Teaching credential including CLAD certification Licenses and Certificates
Valid California Driver’s license. WORKING CONDITIONS: Environment:
Classroom and outdoor environment Physical Abilities:
Speaking and hearing in order to exchange information and make presentations; corrected or uncorrected eyesight to read a variety of materials including fine print; hearing with or without use of a hearing aid sufficient to hear telephone conversation; must frequently lift or move up to ten pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds, speaking understandable voice and speech patterns; sitting and standing for extended amounts of time. Hazards: Contact with disruptive students and dissatisfied parents