What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher - Grade 5 position at Kent Heights Elementary School?
CLASS DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Principal and/or Designee, the Teacher shall be the educational leader in the classroom and shall be responsible for the education of the youth placed in their charge.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Be the educational leader in the classroom and demonstrate the necessary skills to create an atmosphere and environment favorable to learning and development.
- Be responsible for the improvement and enrichment of instruction in the classroom.
- At all times, be a guidance teacher.
- Encourage child-parent-teacher communication in order to better promote instruction.
- Endeavor to attain the highest professional development possible through a continuing program of teacher education.
- Conscientiously apply oneself to following the federal guidelines adopted by the Department regarding methods of instruction.
- Cooperate with the principal, department head, and fellow teachers in all academic matters, endeavoring at all times to contribute to the solution of the education problem.
- After identifying individual differences, strive to adjust educational practices to meet these individual differences and resultant needs, and call on a specialist through the principal or department head when help is desired.
- Have the following responsibilities in relation to the testing program: It shall be their responsibility to see that mental ability tests, achievement tests, and all other department-authorized tests are administered in a prescribed and standardized manner. Exercise professional discretion regarding the results of said tests and use the results in a continued effort to improve classroom instruction of the pupils tested. Work in a continuous effort to improve the testing program by making personal observations, constructive criticisms, and suggestions for the improvement of said program to their immediate superior.
- Attend all meetings called by the principal and department head and make every effort to contribute to the discussions at these meetings.
- Be associated with professional organizations related to their specific areas of instruction or interest.
- Cooperate with the school in all programs that will contribute to good public relations within the community.
- Identify as early as possible unusual talents in the classroom and do all that can be done to encourage these talents.
- Keep abreast of all general educational practices in all grades (K-12) in the school system.
- Make every effort to cooperate with the school principal in completing inventories, making budgets, library orderings, and any and all other reports peculiar to the particular school.
- Cultivate and promote good health habits — physical, mental, and emotional — for oneself and students.
- Cooperate with all special teachers in their programs of physical education, art, and music.
- Encourage and participate, when necessary, in extracurricular activities designed to promote and broaden the experiences provided for the students.
- Have general supervision of the classroom and cooperate with the principal in providing supervision at any other place deemed necessary.
- Cooperate with the principal in keeping all prescribed school records.
- Fulfill all fire drill requirements issued by the principal.
- See that all rules and regulations relating to school functions are enforced.
- Give daily attention to the safety education of pupils.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
- Working knowledge of blended and personalized learning theory, pedagogy, and practice, including experience delivering professional development.
- Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills, along with a willingness to learn and grow.
- Ability to perform duties professionally, thoroughly, and in a timely manner, with a respectful and friendly demeanor in both internal and external relationships.
- Ability to remain flexible and adapt to a high-energy, fluid environment.
- Growth mindset reflected in a strong professional belief system.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and request assistance when needed.
- Ability to take initiative, solve problems proactively, and work independently on tasks.
- Ability to respond ethically, professionally, and respectfully in difficult situations.
- Ability to manage time effectively and follow through on assigned tasks accurately.
- Ability to maintain a professional demeanor regardless of internal or external concerns.
- Education and Experience (Required):
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
- Valid Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) certification in the applicable area of instruction.
- Right to Read proficiency, or the ability to complete required Right to Read training prior to hire, as applicable to the position.
- 3–5 years of teaching experience.
- Previous coaching experience, facility with technology, and knowledge of K-12 instructional technology.