K-4th Grade Teachers

In the role of Elementary Teacher, you will work collaboratively with instructional staff and leadership to cultivate and monitor the deliverance of a high-quality education for each and every student. Teachers create and implement a flexible classroom environment favorable to student learning and personal growth; develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines; establish positive rapport with students, staff members, and parents; and motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge to provide an effective educational foundation, in accordance with each student's ability. Qualifications & Competencies The appropriate candidate for this position will have: v Bachelor's degree (BA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent v Valid teaching certification (received or in-process) v Minimum of 1 year of successful teaching experience (may include Student Teaching) v Command of grades/subject specific content and theoretical knowledge of learning theory. v Understanding of, and commitment to, school community values. v Successful results of criminal and employment background check. v Adherence to the requirements of the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession. v Evidence of strong leadership - going above and beyond in prior teaching v Outstanding organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with attention to detail v A track record of excellent results with children at advanced levels in at-risk communities v Strong computer skills and ability to analyze data in various applications including Excel v Proficiency in data analysis is a plus Responsibilities / Duties v Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students. v Ensure classroom is clean, safe and includes student generated work on display as appropriate. v Implement all relevant policies governing student conduct. v Develop reasonable rules of classroom/playground behavior in accordance with school policy and guidelines, v Maintain order in the classroom in a fair and consistent manner. v Develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals. v Plan individual and / group learning activities designed to meet instructional objectives and students' needs. v Participate with other staff members in curriculum planning during designated meetings. Physical Demands and Work Environment Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. v Light lifting and exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally v Environment may be noisy during high student traffic.