REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT #4

Litchfield, Sabattus, Wales

Kindergarten Teacher

Libby Tozier School

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Elementary Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. BA Degree
2. Valid Teaching Certificate

REPORTS TO: Principal

JOB GOAL:  Supervises classroom and students and volunteers with assistance, advice and support from administration.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
2. Communicates regularly with parents by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
3. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
4. Identifies student needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans working with the assistance of district specialists as appropriate.
5. Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes.
6. Plans and coordinates the work of ed. techs and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
7. Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.
8. Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays interest centers and exhibits of student’s work.
9. Assesses and evaluates the accomplishments of students’ academic and social growth and keeps appropriate records and provides progress reports as requested.
10. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals and groups.
11. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plan and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
12. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
13. Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication.  Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
14. To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education, in accordance with each student’s ability; to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

LEGAL AND ETHICAL DUTIES:

1. Maintains confidentiality about all aspects of student performance and written and oral records
2. Demonstrates a respect for the legal and human rights of students, instructors, and other staff
3. Follows health and safety procedures established by the District
4. Arrives and departs punctually, notifying appropriate personnel about absences and coverage
5. Demonstrates dependability, integrity, and other ethical standards

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
2. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs. Such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts.  The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed materials, and the ability to adjust focus.  The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.