Elementary Teacher Position Available In Polk, North Carolina

Elementary Teacher
Polk County Schools
Saluda Elementary – Saluda, North Carolina This job is also posted in North Carolina School Jobs
Job Details

Job ID:

5101479

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Re-Posted:

Apr 19, 2025
Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

K-1-2 Teacher

Position Code:

Department:

Saluda School

FLSA:

Exempt
Reports to: Principal

Supervises:

Teacher Assistant

Job Summary:

To provide high quality, active learning experiences for all children in a safe, caring, and respectful environment by implementing the essential functions listed below.

Essential Functions:

1. Plan developmentally appropriate lessons and learning activities that address the North Carolina Standard Course of Study (NCSCS).

Appropriate planning includes:

Develop a yearly plan/pacing chart aligned to the NCSCS.
Design unit plans and lesson plans that support the yearly plan.
Differentiate instructional plans for at-risk and for academically talented students.
Plan for appropriate materials use, field trips, and other special learning events that support and enhance instructional goals.
Prepare clear lesson plans and instructions for substitutes.
2. Deliver well-organized, well-connected, smoothly flowing lessons that encourage active student participation and that promote understanding.
3. Effectively manage student behavior.
Develop, teach, and implement a classroom management/student behavior plan.
Create a “respect for all” environment in the classroom and throughout the school.
Monitor student behavior throughout the school day: classroom, class changes, lunch, recess.
Administer consistent, appropriate interventions for student misbehavior.
Maintain student and teacher dignity at all times.
Realize that student behavior issues are additional opportunities to teach a child.
4. Analyze test data and other diagnostic information and use this information in planning.
5. Integrate A+ (arts) activities into core studies.
6. Use assessment as an integral element in instruction. Check student work and provide feedback in a timely manner.
7. Be knowledgeable of and use current technologies in planning, communications, and in instruction.
8. Work cooperatively with all staff members and consistently maintain a professional attitude.
Make parent contacts an important element in the overall learning experience.
Maintain accurate records and submit reports and other information in a timely manner.
11. Perform all assigned non-instructional duties.
12. Understand and comply with laws and policies.
Develop a plan for professional growth and participate in staff development activities.
A+ (arts integrated) staff development is a requirement.
Develop and maintain a teacher portfolio that contains evidence/artifacts relating to
job performance.
Maintain high performance expectations for all students.
Develop and implement PEP’s as needed.
Attend all meetings:
Faculty.
Grade level.
Staff development.
Others as required.
18. Serve as a positive representative of the school in the community.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required:

Have or be eligible for NC licensure in Elementary Education
Previous experience with young children preferred

Terms of Employment:

10 months – Teacher Salary Scale

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of Board of Education policy, North Carolina statutes, and goals established by the Principal.

Environmental Factors:

This position requires light to moderate lifting, dealing with sick children, and some contact with bodily fluids. The ability to climb steps is necessary.

JOB DESCRIPTION

3-4-5 Teacher

Position Code:

Department:

Saluda School

FLSA:

Exempt
Reports to: Principal

Supervises:

N/A

Job Summary:

To provide high quality, active learning experiences for all children in a safe, caring, and respectful environment by implementing the essential functions listed below.

Essential Functions:

1. Plan developmentally appropriate lessons and learning activities that address the North Carolina Standard Course of Study (NCSCS).

Appropriate planning includes:

Develop a yearly plan/pacing chart aligned to the NCSCS.
Design unit plans and lesson plans that support the yearly plan.
Differentiate instructional plans for at-risk and for academically talented students.
Plan for appropriate materials use, field trips, and other special learning events that support and enhance instructional goals.
Prepare clear lesson plans and instructions for substitutes.
2. Deliver well-organized, well-connected, smoothly flowing lessons that require active student participation and that students understand.
3. Effectively manage student behavior.
Develop, teach, and implement a classroom management/student behavior plan.
Create a “respect for all” environment in the classroom and throughout the school.
Monitor student behavior throughout the school day: classroom, class changes, lunch, recess.
Administer consistent, appropriate interventions for student misbehavior.
Maintain student and teacher dignity at all times.
Realize that student behavior issues are additional opportunities to teach a child.
4. Analyze test data and other diagnostic information and use this information in planning.
5. Integrate A+ (arts) activities into core studies.
6. Use assessment as an integral element in instruction. Check student work and provide feedback in a timely manner.
7. Be knowledgeable of and use current technologies in planning, communications, and in instruction.
Work cooperatively with all staff members and consistently maintain a professional attitude.
9. Make parent contacts an important element in the overall learning experience.
Maintain accurate records and submit reports and other information in a timely
manner.
11. Perform all assigned non-instructional duties.
12. Understand and comply with laws and policies.
Develop a plan for professional growth and participate in staff development activities.
A+ (arts integrated) staff development is a requirement.
Develop and maintain a teacher portfolio that contains evidence/artifacts relating to
job performance.
Maintain high performance expectations for all students.
Develop and implement PEP’s as needed.
Attend all meetings:
Faculty.
Grade level.
Staff development.
Others as required.
18. Serve as a positive representative of the school in the community.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required:

Have or be eligible for NC licensure in Elementary Education
Previous experience with young children preferred

Terms of Employment:

10 months – Teacher Salary Scale

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of Board of Education policy, North Carolina statutes, and goals established by the Principal.

Environmental Factors:

This position requires light to moderate lifting and dealing with sick children. Must have the ability to climb steps and to stand up for an extended time.

Position Type:

Full-time