Prairie Dell Elementary 5th Grade Teacher

Prairie Dell Elementary 5th Grade Teacher Union School District R-11 Prairie Dell Elementary - Union, Missouri Job Details

Job ID:

5612742

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Mar 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 18, 2026 Job Description Per Board policy GCBA, a maximum of 21 years of experience (with proper certification) may be transferred from another elementary or secondary accredited system. The highest step a teacher may enter the district at is step 22 of the salary schedule. Elementary Teacher Job Description

CLASSIFICATION

Certified

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Valid Missouri Teacher's certificate and appropriate content area/grade level certification 2. Master's in related content area preferred, but not required 3. Criminal justice fingerprint and background clearance 4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board and/or Superintendent may find appropriate

REPORTS TO

Building Principal

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

1. Respect for the uniqueness of each individual learner. 2. Ability to meet the individual needs of each student to allow for growth and development. 3. Ability to convey information to students through written and verbal communications. 4. Ability to encourage student ownership of learning and appropriate social and emotional skills.

REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Creates relevant, engaging, and personalized learning experiences for each student 2. Has experience and/or knowledge of strategies to enhance student learning 3. Demonstrates strengths in data analysis in order to drive student learning 4. Has experience and/or knowledge of the PBIS (positive behavior interventions and supports) structure 5. Expresses interest and/or knowledge of Google Apps for Education (GAFE) with a focus on enhancing student learning 6. Has a strong background in identifying, remediating, and assisting students with literacy skills 7. Teaches district approved curriculum and adheres to adopted Board of Education policies 8. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with students, staff and community 9. Communicates clearly both verbally and in writing 10. Learns and implements strategies to instruct students in higher and more challenging levels of learning 11. Integrates technology consistently to enhance student learning opportunities 12. Organizes and prioritizes educator workload to best meet the needs of students 13. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere 14. Evaluates students' academic and social growth and keeps appropriate records of student learning 15. Identifies student needs, makes appropriate referrals and works with special education staff to develop IEPs 16. Works well as a team member to serve all constituencies 17. Adheres to and follows all deadlines and requirements as presented by administration/state/federal law 18. Attends all meetings as requested by building and district administration 19. Maintains strict confidentiality as required by law 20. Develops a professional development plan annually and commits to life-long learning and growth

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Board approved academic calendar with applicable health and life insurance. Teacher salary schedule to be established by the Board of Education.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of certified personnel.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND VISUAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. Additionally, the employee may occasionally be required to push or lift up to 50 lbs as necessary for the safety and well-being of others. Lastly, this job requires the employee to have the vision ability to read handwritten or typed materials, and meet multiple demands from several people while interacting with other staff and the public.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB DUTIES

The most significant duties of this position have been included in this job description. However, this job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties performed. In addition, the District may modify this position as needed to reflect the assignment of additional or supplemental duties assigned. Employees are expected to perform all assigned duties regardless of whether such duties appear in this job description.

Revised:

April 15, 2019

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required