WLC Classroom Teacher

The School District of Waupaca is looking for talented full time Elementary Education teachers (2026-2027 School Year) to assist us in helping our students develop their capabilities and confidence to achieve their dreams and make the world a better place (SDW mission). The assigned teaching assignments will depend on candidate skills and experience, because we believe in matching student needs with educator strengths, preference will be given to applicants with the ability/certification to teach multiple grade levels.

Successful School District of Waupaca family members know that student learning is a product of high quality instruction, curriculum, and assessment happening within a safe and supportive environment.

The School District of Waupaca Believes High Quality Instruction...

...begins with the belief that ALL children will and can learn rigorously appropriate standards.

...happens when every staff member accepts accountability for the growth of EVERY child.

...occurs when we are teachers of students first, teachers of content second.

...means analyzing and utilizing student data from a variety of resources.

...incorporates technology into daily teaching.

...is the product of carefully planned lessons that are engaging and inquiry based.

The School District of Waupaca Believes High Quality Curriculum...

...is a product of ongoing staff communication and collaboration.

...continually keeps students, parents, and school staff appropriately updated on the

learning progression of each student we serve; including but not limited to weekly

updates of students learning via our student information system and 24 hour or less

response time to all student and parent communications.

The School District of Waupaca Believes High Quality Assessment...

...assesses students based on academic standards, rather than on student behavior.

...allows staff to continually reflect on their own performance and outcomes of their

students, using their knowledge of self and input from others to create their personal

cycle of growth and development as a teacher and community member.

The School District of Waupaca Believes Safe and Supportive Environments...

...create students and educators who are open to feedback from the learning community,

taking advice, corrections, direction, and support in the spirit of continuous

improvement.

…provide opportunities for teachers to actively participate in Professional Learning

Communities.

....happen when staff hold themselves and their students to high academic, behavior,

and social standards.

...occur when teachers demonstrate proficiency in the WI teacher standards.

...are built and maintained through relationships with students, parents, and community

members.

...have roots in consistent expectations, such as the Waupaca Way, where every

community member is expected to be: Safe, Prepared, Responsible, and Respectful.

...create trusting relationships with students, families, and community members;

involving the necessary support to ensure the success of each individual student.

...are the direct result of staff possessing the abilities to perform duties with commitment

to all School District of Waupaca Staff Handbook and Board Policies.

In alignment with School District of Waupaca School Board policies, the School District of Waupaca does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, arrest or conviction record, membership in the military reserve, religion, political beliefs or affiliations, citizenship, use or non-use of lawful products off school premises during non-working hours or any other factor prohibited by law. Discrimination on the basis of age, sex (including sexual orientation) or disability is prohibited except where specific age, sex or other requirements constitute a bona fide occupational qualification necessary to the proper and efficient operation and administration of the school district. In addition, the School District of Waupaca requires all employees shall remain free of any alcohol or illegal substance in the workplace in compliance with Policy 3122.01 throughout his/her employment in the District.

To learn more about the School District of Waupaca, please visit the Employment Opportunities section of our website (http://waupacasd.cms4schools.net/district/employment-opportunities.cfm

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Elementary Education Teacher

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

An Elementary Education teacher assists students, families, and staff in helping students reach grade level expectations. As a part of a team, successful teachers build positive relationships, understand how students learn best, have experience using a variety of resources, use data to drive instruction, and communicate progress effectively. A successful Elementary Education Teacher is passionate about supporting our students, adapts to changes and cultivates productive relationships with all members of the school community, including faculty, students and families.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Classroom

• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the student;
• Adapts instructional material as necessary to meet student needs, aptitudes, and interests;
• Utilizes a variety of teaching strategies;
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and--in harmony with the goals--establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students;
• Grades and/or evaluates student work consistently;
• Evaluates the instructional program;
• Helps teachers implement new instructional ideas and strategies;
• Encourages students in establishing high standards of conduct (the Waupaca Way);
• Establishes an effective climate for learning;
• Implements the Board's policies on student discipline;
• Identifies and utilizes community instructional resources;
• Follows identification process of students as outlined in the SDW Equitable Multi-Level Systems of Support (eMLSS) Guidebook;
• Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities within the overall scope of the position which the supervisor may assign

Professional Learning

• Attend professional conferences to keep abreast of promising instructional practices;
• Create curriculum materials to meet learning objectives;
• Engage in curriculum planning and development;
• Establish learning objectives for each lesson;
• Participates in the selection of instructional materials and textbooks;
• Participate and be engaged in Professional Learning Communities as assigned
• Communication
• Communicates with students, parents, counselors, and other school staff (as necessary) on student’s needs and progress;
• Makes referrals to outside agencies and professional persons;
• Shares information with our community about student accomplishments and successes;
• Cooperates with local health authorities on pertinent matters;

QUALIFICATIONS

Current Elementary Education teaching license validated by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.

1. Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This type of work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods.

2. Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment, and handling and working with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.

3. The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or illegal substance in the workplace in compliance with Policy 3122.01 throughout his/her employment in the District.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• This position is considered full time.
• Elementary Education teachers report to the Building Principal.

Compensation will be based on the District’s teacher salary matrix.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person