Elementary School Teacher

Reports To: Immediate Supervisor: Building Principal

Position Purpose: Topeka Public School elementary teachers demonstrate a commitment to learning for all students by maintaining organized, child-centered classrooms, by presenting content-rich and standards-based lessons and activities, by meeting individual needs through the use of assessments and data, and by using a variety of instructional strategies that are reflective of current best practices and research

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Qualifications

:The classroom teacher will meet all qualifications and behavior standards as set by the Kansas Department of Education. In accordance with certification requirements and the performance expectations of Topeka Public Schools, all classroom teachers shall meet the following employment criteria

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  The minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or universit
• y.A valid Kansas Teacher’s Certificate (applicable level-area endorsements preferred
• ).ESOL Endorsement preferre
• d.A completed credential file that meets the Topeka Public Schools' standard
• s.Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experienc
• e.Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Educatio
• n.Regular and predictable attendance is essentia

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Physical/Emotional Requirements: This incumbent may be required to use the skills and abilities outlined below during any part of the working d

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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to interact with staff and to meet demands from several people. The employee is responsible for the work output of others. On occasion, the employee may be required to work extended ho

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Performance Responsibili

• ties:Communicates high expectations to all lea
• rnersIncorporates appropriate use of techn
• ologyEffectively implements the district-adopted curri
• culumDevelops lesson plans by incorporating effective lesson d
• esignRoutinely integrates a variety of informal and formal assessments into instru
• ctionAdministers standardized tests in accordance with district testing pro
• tocolEstablishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve effective participation in activities and learning experi
• encesMaintains up-to-date records of student pro
• gressCreates a positive, inviting, and safe learning enviro
• nmentCommunicates effectively and promotes positive interpersonal relation
• shipsSupports the District’s educational mission for all students and implements all Board regulations and policies in a fair and equitable m
• annerMaintains confidenti
• alityPerforms other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as the principal or superintendent may a

ssignTerms of Employ

ment:Salary and work year to be determined in accordance with the Professional Agreement and approved by the Topeka Public Schools USD 501 Board of Educa

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ion. Evalua

tion:Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Topeka Public Schools Board of Education policies for professional certified emplo

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ees. Significant Associat

ions:The performance responsibilities are not limited to those outlined in this description and may include any other responsibilities as assigned by the administrator/superv