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.
Elementary Physical Education Teacher Prairie Seeds Academy - 3.4 Brooklyn Park, MN Job Details Full-time | Contract From $45,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Teaching Certification Bachelor's degree Subject-specific Teaching Certification Student-centered approaches (student motivation techniques) Teaching Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description
ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION
Prairie Seeds Academy is a K-12 public charter school located in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. Our teachers and staff work very hard to create and sustain a warm, safe and productive atmosphere for learning. We are committed to the pursuit of providing high-rigor academics along with encouraging our students to be global thinkers and learners. With today's diversity, we want our students to adapt successfully to change, be life-long learners, and care and understand others. We want our students to be prepared for the world so they can become a contributing member of society.
Vision Statement:
Our PSA Community members are inspired global thinkers, who will understand the importance of inquiry, lifelong learning, intercultural awareness, respect, and adaptability as they become future leaders.
Mission Statement:
Prairie Seeds Academy, in cooperation with families and community, provides leadership in rigorous education to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring citizens who help create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
CULTURE OF LEARNING PSA
believes that every scholar has the right to learn, be engaged, and grow in a healthy school environment. PSA must foster a culture of learning that embraces every scholar's strengths to achieve optimal growth and learning. PSA strives to explore ways to strengthen our relationships with our scholars and their families. PSA is committed to building collaborative leadership at an effective capacity among staff, parents and scholars. This is accomplished by changing our behaviors and actions so we can better support our scholars and parents in achieving their academic goals. Employees coming to PSA must share, understand, and implement this culture of learning at all levels of the organization through consistency. By having consistency, we can shift not only the behaviors of our staff, but our students and parents will equally be engaged in the process. PSA seeks individuals who will optimistically and confidently abide by this culture of learning. The core values that drive PSA's culture of learning are: Aiming for High Academic Achievement Embracing Cultural Pride and Identity Modeling the Way Understanding How Data Drives Decisions Having High Expectations Creating a Social-Emotional Learning Environment
JOB INFORMATION
Job Title:
Physical Education Teacher Reports to:
Educational Leader Hours:
7:30am - 3:30pm, Monday through
Friday Office Location:
6200 W Broadway Ave N. Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
Salary Range:
DOE JOB SUMMARY
The classroom teacher is to create a flexible educational program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for education in accordance with each student's ability; to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members.
JOB FUNCTION
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to: Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject manner. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student. Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, lecture, discovery, etc. Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports & report cards. Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students' progress and interpret the school program. Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
Hold a MN teaching license in the appropriate subject matter and age group Have at least 3 years of experience in an urban setting Be committed to professional growth and development Have knowledge of Gradual Release of Responsibilities (GRR) is a plus Have knowledge of Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports (PBIS) is a plus Have knowledge of best practices, instructional strategies, classroom management and behavior management Serve as a role model for promoting effective instruction and professionalism Demonstrate respect for children, colleagues, parents and school leadership Believe in and support the vision and mission of
PSA Job Types:
Contract, Full-time Pay:
From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance
