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Grade 3 Teacher
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What they do
An Elementary School Teacher teaches elementary school students, usually children ages 5 - 11 who are in kindergarten through fifth or sixth grade, in a public or private school. Teaches all subjects, including reading, writing, math, social studies and science, to one class throughout the school year. Plans curriculum and assesses student progress, manages student behavior and communicates with school parents. May specialize in teaching music, art or physical education, or teach students that are learning English, or work with students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.
$75,368 / year median in Massachusetts
+8% projected growth
Job Description
- Maintain appropriate classroom environment with relation to discipline and student safety.
- Communicate with parents and/or guardians.
- Work collaboratively with administration and support staff to ensure student success.
- Prepare required reports, including progress reports, report cards, and student success plans.
- Maintain accurate records, including student grades and classroom attendance.
- Participate in team meetings as necessary.
- Maintain high academic standards.
- Pursue professional development as necessary and appropriate to meet "highly qualified" standards.
- Participate in committees and activities as appropriate and in conjunction with contractual agreements.
- Work collaboratively with staff to plan curriculum and instruction.