1st Grade Teacher - Line Elementary (26-27 School Year)

Regional School Unit No. 57 (RSU 57) Waterboro, Maine 1st Grade Teacher Position Summary The 1st Grade Teacher is responsible for fostering a positive and engaging learning environment where all students develop the knowledge, skills, behaviors, and attitudes necessary to become successful individuals and citizens. The teacher plans and delivers effective instruction, evaluates student progress, manages classroom behavior, and engages in continuous professional growth. Reporting Structure Reports to the Building Principal and/or Assistant Principal. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in education or a related field Valid State of Maine teaching certification Appropriate training and preparation for elementary-level instruction Key Responsibilities Instruction & Planning Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with curriculum goals Establish clear objectives for lessons and projects Use appropriate instructional methods and materials Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs Classroom Environment & Management Create a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment Establish and maintain fair classroom rules and procedures Encourage active student participation Assessment & Student Support Regularly assess and monitor student progress Provide required progress reports Identify learning challenges and collaborate with specialists Professional Responsibilities Participate in professional development opportunities Attend staff meetings and serve on committees Collaborate with colleagues and administration Operations & Compliance Maintain accurate and complete student records Follow district policies and procedures Ensure student safety and proper use of school resources Prepare plans and materials for substitute teachers Family & Community Engagement Communicate with parents/guardians as needed Be available outside instructional hours under reasonable terms Utilize community resources to support learning Additional Duties Perform other duties as assigned by administration Terms of Employment Salary, work year, and working conditions are determined by the RSU 57 School Board. Evaluation Performance is evaluated in accordance with School Board policies. Physical Demands Frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting Ability to perform physical tasks such as climbing stairs, kneeling, crouching, pushing, and pulling Reasonable accommodations may be provided as required Equal Opportunity Employer RSU 57 is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics, in compliance with state and federal laws.