What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher-Fourth Grade position at Logansport Community School Corporation?
Job Description:
- We are seeking a dedicated, student-centered Fourth Grade Teacher who is passionate about education and committed to supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of all learners.
- The ideal candidate creates a structured, engaging classroom environment while building strong relationships with students and families, with a strong foundation in effective early literacy instruction.
Job Requirements:
- Plan and deliver high-quality, developmentally appropriate instruction in literacy, math, and core content areas.
- Provide explicit, systematic literacy instruction aligned with the science of reading.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners, including multilingual learners/English Learners (EL) and students with varying academic and behavioral needs.
- Create a positive classroom environment that supports student engagement, independence, and self-regulation.
- Implement school-wide systems and expectations (e.g., PBIS) with consistency and fidelity.
- Use data to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions.
- Collaborate with grade-level team members, special education staff, EL staff, and support personnel.
- Communicate regularly and effectively with families regarding student progress and classroom expectations.
- Participate in professional development and contribute to a collaborative school culture.
- Maintain accurate records, including student assessments and documentation.
- Must complete and clear all Indiana background check requirements for school personnel.
- Must complete and clear drug screen.
Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or related field preferred.
- Valid state teaching license (or ability to obtain).
- Experience working with multilingual learners/English Learners (EL) preferred.
- Experience with or training in structured literacy approaches such as Orton-Gillingham, UFLI Foundations, or similar preferred.
- Understanding of and experience implementing literacy instruction aligned with the science of reading.
- Familiarity with PBIS, restorative practices, or social-emotional learning frameworks.
- Experience using data-driven instruction and intervention strategies.