Elementary Teacher

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under general supervision, the elementary teacher is responsible for instructing students in the field of English, math, science, and social studies and creating a safe and orderly learning environment. Reports directly to the Principal.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Successfully demonstrates the ability to intentionally plan, implement, and evaluate standards-based instructional lesson plans designed to ensure student mastery of the appropriate grade-level skills and content.
• Demonstrates the ability to leverage current technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness of school operations and student performance
• Cooperates in developing a program of continuous progress consistent with school goals and objectives to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of pupils
• Keeps abreast of changes and school policies and students’ needs and interests
• Establishes clear and appropriate objectives for all classroom activities and communicates these objectives to students
• Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
• Analyzes progress of individual students on a regular basis and seeks appropriate assistance as needed
• Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of pupils
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteers and evaluates their performance
• Ability to leverage current technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness of school operations and student performance
• Provides adequate plans for substitute teachers
• Seeks the cooperation and assistance of parents through oral or written communication and/or home visits
• Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, school policies, and administrative regulations
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and to properly care for all property, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Provides for his/her own professional growth through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced course work at institutions of higher learning
• Participates in staff development programs as assigned and/or recommended by Principal
• Attends staff meetings, serves on staff committees as requested, and accepts a share of responsibility for co-curricular or other activities as assigned by Principal
• Does not abuse sick or personal leave and is absent only when it is absolutely necessary

GENERAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assists the administrative team in providing an atmosphere conducive to learning and teaching
• Is punctual and maintains regular attendance
• Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities
• Maintains a clean and orderly work environment
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies
• Recognizes and follows the appropriate procedures in the "chain of command" as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures
• Operates a variety of equipment such as a computer, printer, two-way radio, telephone, calculator, etc.
• Presents a positive image of GCA at all times
• Willingly performs other related duties as assigned by the Principal

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Days of Employment per School Year

• 190 days of employment per school year

Education and Experience

• South Carolina Elementary certification

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the school pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position
• Knowledge in the methods for developing lesson plans and materials, and classroom activities that stimulate learning
• Knowledge of the records, forms, and reports that must be prepared and maintained
• Knowledge of proper maintenance of equipment, materials, and supplies used in daily activities
• Knowledge of counseling methods necessary for handling student academic and adjustment problems
• Knowledge of the materials and information which must be prepared for classroom instructional activities

Skills/Effort:

• Ability to provide instruction to students through explanation, demonstration, and/or supervised practice
• Ability to supervise students and maintain order in various classroom and instructional activities and situations
• Ability to prepare lesson plans, assessments, and instructional materials for classroom activities
• Ability to identify student adjustments and/or academic problems, provide counseling and/or recommend appropriate remedial action to parents
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and their parents, all staff members, and all other groups involved in the activities of the job
• Ability to operate general office equipment in the performance of daily activities

Working Conditions

• Conducts duties in a classroom environment with no significant exposure to environmental conditions.
• Requires ability to work under a degree of stress-related duties that require constant attention and working with students.
• Physical demands are restricted to classroom work requiring lifting/moving of items up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional local travel is required; no overnight travel is required.
• Job requires the operation of standard office equipment.
• The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This job description is not intended as an employment agreement or contract. Job duties may be altered at the discretion of the Principal at any time without notice.

Goucher Charter Academy believes it has the obligation to provide the best administrative and supervisory personnel available for the school regardless of race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), color, disability, age (40 or older), genetic information, national origin, or any other applicable status protected by local, state, or federal law.