Primary Education Teachers

MATTESON SCHOOL DISTRICT 162 4601

Sauk Trail Richton Park, IL 60474

TITLE:

Primary Education Teachers- 1st and 3rd Grade

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Meets Illinois license requirements 2. Such other qualifications as the Board or Superintendent may deem appropriate

REPORTS TO

Building principal

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Teaches assigned programs and curriculum adopted by the Board of Education. 2. Implements the District's philosophy, mission, goals, and objectives by instruction and action. 3. Encourages students to set and maintain high standards of academic achievement and behavior. 4. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes and communicates clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects. 5. Develops appropriate lesson plans, utilizes effective instructional materials, and provides individualized and small group instruction when appropriate to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students. 6. Translates lesson plans into effective learning experiences so as to best utilize the time required for instruction. 7. Utilizes effective discipline procedures that reflect school guidelines. 8. Maintains the primary responsibility for the maintenance of discipline within the classroom. 9. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior necessary to achieve an appropriate learning atmosphere. 10. Inspects the classroom and common areas of the school, such as hallways, cafeteria, etc., for dangerous or unsafe conditions. 11. Supervises students during fire drills, tornado drills and other safety activities. 12. Develops appropriate standards for students behavior in the classroom which minimize the risk of personal injury and property damage. 13. Recommends practices and procedures designed to maintain safe, healthful school facilities and grounds. 14. Identifies to the principal strangers or suspicious-looking individuals in school facilities or on school grounds. 15. Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports. 16. Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to share grading procedures, to interpret the school program, and to discuss students' progress. 17. Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members to assess students' health, attitudes, and strengths and weaknesses. 18. Creates an effective setting for learning through a functional, organized, safe, and instructional appropriate environment. 19. Maintains professional, technical, and instructional competence through staff development opportunities 20. Assists in the effective administration of group standardized tests in accordance with the District and state testing programs 21. Participates in meetings and activities, as required 22. Plans and supervises purposesful activities for teacher aide/s and volunteers, as appropriate 23. Establishes positive relationships with parents/guardians and other staff members 24. Adheres to the policies and procedures of the District

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

School Term

EVALUATION

Building Principal Please apply online at www.sd162.org Matteson School District 162 is an equal opportunity employer.

Work Remotely No Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

$49,841.00 - $72,979.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Tuition reimbursement

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Teaching License (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person