Job Description

JOB TITLE:  4TH GRADE TEACHER – Bel Air Elementary

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited university or college
• Valid Nebraska Certificate with appropriate endorsement in subject area.
• Willingness to complete required training in accordance with district guidelines
• Successful teaching and/or practice teaching experience
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate
• Successfully pass district background check

JOB GOAL: To organize and facilitate a productive elementary based learning environment which provides opportunities and access for students to: foster independent learning skills, understand and demonstrate elementary skills and knowledge, develop effective communication skills, foster an appreciation of our culture and heritage, promote a positive classroom climate, build effective relationships, and role model respect for the rights of others. The classroom teacher shall assist the student in his/her development as a mature, able and responsible adult.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:   Nine-month year or as established by the Board of Education

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

• Consistent and punctual “on site” attendance at the worksite is an essential job function
• Implements Board policy regarding education philosophy/curriculum under the direction of the administration through planning, organizing, managing, interacting with students; establishing rapport with students, staff, parents and community, and continuing professional development
• Effectively utilizes the district Instructional Model
• Implements the disciplinary procedures of the district
• Implements instructional elementary practices and applies elementary teaching philosophy to the educational environment.
• Supervises behavior in the school environment to maintain the safety and well being of the students and staff
• Keeps accurate records of attendance, absences and tardies
• Collaborates with others in a Professional Learning Community
• Uses an appropriate variety of instructional strategies
• Makes effective use of audio-visual materials and aids
• Communicates positive support of students in their educational development
• Recognizes the exemplary influence of the educator over the student
• Relates with staff, parents and community stakeholders through positive professional cooperation
• Supervises hallways, cafeteria, study halls, and other assignments on a scheduled basis as directed

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• Student behavior does not detract from the effective learning climate in the classroom
• Teacher exhibits patience, openness, and concern in dealing with students
• Rapport within and outside the classroom evidences mutual respect between the students and teacher
• Teacher exhibits tact and self-control in dealing with parents
• Teacher accepts feedback from administrators with self reflection and a growth mindset

OCCASIONAL:

• Periodically issues communication forms and grade reports
• Suggests positive recommendations for the continuing review and development of curriculum
• Remains current with professional training and shows evidence of regular professional growth
• Actively participates at scheduled staff meetings, PLC’s, and serves on educational committees
• Assumes responsibility periodically for conferences with parents
• Recognizes the extra curriculum program as integral to the educational development of the child
• Performs other duties within the scope of employment and certification as assigned by the appropriate administrator

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