What are the responsibilities and job description for the First Grade Teacher position at Heritage Academy Maricopa Elementary?
First Grade Teacher
Position Summary
To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages scholars to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the Principal.
Duties & Responsibilities
Support the mission, vision, and goals of Heritage Academy.
Promote and adhere to Heritage Academy policies and procedures.
Invest in the scholars’ well-being, health, and safety physically/socially/emotionally for ultimate academic excellence.
Create a learning environment that is engaging and conducive to effective instruction; maintain standards of scholar behavior.
Maintain a growth mindset toward scholar learning, teaching practice, and personal/collective professional development.
Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
Provide direct instruction using a traditional curriculum.
Instruct and monitor scholars in the use of learning materials and equipment.
Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
Observe and evaluate scholars’ performance and development.
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignments.
Provide appropriate feedback on work.
Maintain accurate and complete records of scholars’ progress and development.
Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, policies, and regulations.
Communicate necessary information regularly to scholars, colleagues, and parents regarding scholar progress and needs.
Assume responsibility for meeting classroom and school-wide scholar performance goals.
Reflect on teaching practices and strive to improve professional competence and scholar proficiency.
Participate in department, school, and parent meetings.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Competencies & Strengths
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Graduate degree preferred
Experience: 3-5 years of experience as a teacher preferred
Special Skills:
A Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.
Teaching certificate preferred.
Ability to enforce high standards of behavior, dress, and character in oneself and with students.
Excellent communication and organization skills.
Professional and friendly disposition
Proficient with computers and software applications including Microsoft Office tools and Google Suite.
Type of fingerprint clearance: Shall be fingerprint checked pursuant to A.R.S 15-512
Physical functions: Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment. Reach with hands and arms and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Equipment used: Frequent computer use is expected.
Work Environment: Typical office environment is expected, occasional exposure to outdoor weather.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential function; it does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Licenses & Certifications
Required- FP Card
Equal Opportunity Employer
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