What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher - Innovations / Technology (K-4) position at OF Elementary?
Orchard Farm Elementary School is seeking a highly qualified, self-motivated, student-centered teacher to join our team as the Innovations/Technology Teacher (K-5)!
At OFES, we promote our core values of Leadership, Learning and Relationships and follow our mission of Leading Today To Soar Tomorrow!!
Our teachers are responsible for providing quality instruction to students and maintaining a positive classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
The Orchard Farm School District provides a great benefit package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance paid for the employee by the district.
The successful team member will have an in-depth understanding of the teaching and learning process characterized by a comprehensive repertoire of instructional and assessment strategies. Elementary Education (1-6) certification is required, additional certifications preferred. In addition, the successful candidate will have an interest in Computer Science, Google applications, app inventor software, digital design, coding, robotics, 3-D printing, digital video creation and any and all programming and curriculum related to grades K-5 computer science. The successful candidate will continue to review the current curriculum and make appropriate recommendations as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor degree or higher
- Appropriate Missouri Teaching Certificate
- Knowledge of state standards, federal and state regulations and law
- Knowledge of subject matter content and assessment strategies
- Knowledge of best practices in curriculum and instruction
- Ability to relate to students, staff, and parents in a positive manner
- Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form
- Ability to follow written and oral communication
- Ability to problem solve
An individual who holds this position is required to:
- Provide instruction to students
- Create and implement a classroom management plan
- Create lesson plans and activities to implement and supplement instruction
- Participate in building, grade level and subject area committees
- Participate in professional development activities
- Maintain accurate student records
- Complete and submit forms and required reports in a timely manner
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding progress and/or other educational concerns
- Participate as a member of an IEP team, 504 team or other student assistance teams as requested
- Implement special educational plans such as 504 plans, individual educational programs and individual health plans
- Report suspected abuse, neglect, discrimination and harassments as directed by Board policy
- Prepare lesson plans for use by a substitute teacher
- Subject area teachers may have additional duties and responsibilities
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
- Current Resume
- Transcripts
- Certificate(s)
- 3 Letters of Recommendation (preferred)
Salary : $48,700 - $103,800