Grade 4 Teacher - 23/24 School Year
Company: Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: May 27, 2023
Job Description:
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/General Elementary Teacher (K-6)
Date Posted:
4/16/2023
Location:
Amy Beverland
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to
facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal
skills through implementing district approved curriculum;
documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes;
addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by
creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and
providing feedback to students, parents and administration
regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Essential Functions
- Develops and administers school elementary curriculum
consistent with school district goals and objectives.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to
individualized and small group instruction, and student
learning.
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and
translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best
utilize the available time for instruction
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies
instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including
students with special needs; conducts individual and small group
instruction as needed.
- Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship
and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as
administrative regulations and procedures of the c school
system.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of
current developments in the educational field by attending
seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting
research.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete
record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities,
achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and
applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and
ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's
standards and school district policies, and establishes and
maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a
functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members,
especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum,
and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids
and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory
records.
- Supervises students in activities that take place out of the
classroom during the school day, including activities involving
school transportation.
- Administers standardized tests in accordance with District
testing programs.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other
central office administrators as designated by the
Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and
responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task
or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer,
copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as
required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy,
as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning
styles.
- Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the
formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding
education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software
applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and
parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance
and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working
relationships with others contacted in the course of work. Physical
and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental
Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this
position.
Qualifications Profile
- IN State Certification as an Elementary Teacher Education
- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in
Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching
assignment. Experience
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade
levels a plus.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Keywords: Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township, Indianapolis , Grade 4 Teacher - 23/24 School Year, Education / Teaching , Indianapolis, Indiana
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