South Elementary Young 5’s Position

What You Will Do:

• Develops strong, positive relationships with students and their families
• Adapt curriculum materials and classroom work to meet the needs of students as needed
• Administer assessments (classroom, district, etc.)
• Lead small group instruction to improve student success in academics
• Manage student behavior and provide a safe and orderly learning environment
• Model appropriate verbal communication to help students develop/improve their skills
• Participate in professional learning activities
• Monitor student activities in and around the school to ensure the safety of every student in the classroom, in the cafeteria, and on the playground
• Carry out responsibilities with little or no prompting.
• Demonstrate professional behavior in manner and appearance.
• Work cooperatively with building staff.
• Regular, timely, and predictable attendance

Need to Have:

• Bachelor in teaching or be currently enrolled in an alternative certification program.
• Able to assess and document student progress
• Professional in personal conduct and actions
• Strong organizational, classroom management, collaboration and communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with young children, parents, staff, administration, and the general public
• Demonstrated competence in the use of technology
• Active and continuous learner in the area of elementary education, research-based instructional strategies

Preferred Personal and Professional Competencies:

• Passion for working with young children in a collaborative environment
• Organized, flexible, and able to multitask
• Desire to grow professionally
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues and students

It is the policy of the Watervliet Public Schools that no person shall, on the basis of sex, religion, age,

marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, weight, height, or handicap be excluded from

participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in employment or any

of its programs or activities.