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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.
$61,035 / year median in Oklahoma
+11% projected growth
Job Description
- If you wish to be considered for other teaching positions, you must apply via the links below: Secondary Teacher (6th-12th) Special Education Teacher Dean of Students ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Full Job Description:
Early Childhood Teacher (PreK-3rd) Elementary School Teacher (3rd-5th)Grade:
Teacher's Salary Schedule Tulsa Public Schools' existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above). For more information on our comprehensive benefits packages, please visit: Compensation and Benefits website .Position Summary :
As a teacher with Tulsa Public Schools, you will be tasked with creating a flexible early childhood/elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth. You will establish effective rapport with all stakeholders (students, families and colleagues); motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good academic foundation; and master the objectives of each lesson set forth by district curriculum.Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree
Experience:
- Previous experience working with children preferred
- Previous teaching experience preferred Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.
- Oklahoma Teaching Certification in Elementary Education or applicable area or the ability to be Emergency Certified in Elementary Education or applicable area
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Suite
- Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
- Required to attend training in the science of reading
- Required to maintain professional certification and attend professional development provided by the district