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Kindergarten 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.
$63,932 / year median in North Carolina
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities Include:
Curriculum- Implementing the approved curriculum. Providing proper pacing guides, lesson plans, and assessments for assigned courses. Cooperation
- Working closely with other teammates to develop teaching skills. Collaboration
- Participating in productive discussions including team planning meetings and sharing curriculum and instructional expertise. Professional Development
- Engaging in offered professional development opportunities. Professional Etiquette
- Acting in a professional manner in verbal and nonverbal communications while following established guidelines. Communication
- Promoting communication between parents, community members and teammates, and working to establish and maintain home-school connections. Parental Involvement
- Assisting in providing opportunities for parental/guardian involvement within the school.
Qualifications:
High energy and organized with a passion for teaching children Direct Instruction or other teaching experience preferred but not requiredSalary :
Salaries are determined by experience and qualifications.Benefits:
Medical, dental and vision insurance Disability & life insurance based upon election of medical insurance Paid time off 401k with employer match Flexible spending account (FSA)Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings