5th Grade Social Studies Teacher at Littleton Elementary School District

TITLE: Certified Teacher5thSocial StudiesCLASSIFICATION: ExemptCERTIFIED PLACEMENT SCHEDULEQUALIFICATIONS: Appropriate certification and highly qualified requirements.Preschool Requirements: Documentation of a negative Mantoux skin test or other tuberculosis-screening test recommended by the US Centers for Disease Control administered within 12 months before the starting date of employment. A Food Handlers Card authorized through the Arizona Department of Health prior to the starting date of employment.REPORTS TO: Person(s) designated by the Board or SuperintendentSUPERVISES: Paraprofessionals volunteers students and student teachersGENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: To provide each child with an environment which will enable him to reach his fullest physical emotional educational psychological and behavioral potentialI. Uses knowledge of Subject MatterDemonstrates knowledge in subject areaDemonstrates knowledge of curriculum development to include scope and sequenceII. Displays Interpersonal SkillsCommunicates effectively with studentsDemonstrates and promotes mutual respectPromotes positive self-concepts in learnersMaintains a positive and stimulating learning environmentCommunicates enthusiasm for learningUses correct written and oral expressionIII. Plans for InstructionSubmits weekly lesson plans which reflect goals objectives and activitiesAssesses students skills levels to determine the appropriate learning objectivesPlans instruction to achieve selected objectivesChooses relevant academic activities to ensure appropriate student time on taskFollows the design of the districts curriculumSequences learning activities to achieve specific goals and objectivesPlans instruction at varying and appropriate levels of cognitive thinkingOrganizes instructions to meet individual differences and specific needsOrganizes resources such as time space materials and equipment to facilitate the achievement of goals and objectivesMonitors and assesses student progress using specific proceduresIV. Provides instructionProvides instruction at students skill levelTeaches to the learning objectives as specified in the lesson planTeaches necessary objectives in a logical sequenceProvides instruction at a variety of levels of thinkingUses strategies to maximize the amount of time students are engaged in relevant tasksUses a variety of instructional techniques and methods related to the objectivesModels correct performance for studentsGives clear directions and explanations related to lessonMonitors student learning throughout the learning processObtains responses for each objective to check student mastery before proceedingAdjusts instruction to meet individual differences and specific needsEvaluates students according to consistent objective criteriaV. Uses Learning Principles in providing instructionCommunicates to students the purpose and value of learning objectivesProvides sufficient teacher directed and independent practice with monitoring to ensure that students are accurate and successfulCommunicates the importance of the learning by holding all students accountable for learningProvides an appropriate focus for student at the beginning of learning objectivesSummarizes learning using a variety of methodsVI. Uses Classroom Management StrategiesUses effective classroom management techniquesCommunicates expectations for appropriate classroom behaviorDemonstrates ability to work with individuals small groups or large groups as determined by instructional objectivesManages inappropriate classroom behavior by implementing the discipline procedure adopted by the governing boardVII. Displays ProfessionalismActs in a professional mannerEngages in professional developmentSeeks and shares professional ideasActs in accordance with teacher responsibilities both legal and professional and uses discretion in the use of professional or confidential informationIdentifies exceptional students and refers them to appropriate specialistUses effective strategies for parent teacher communication including conferencesDemonstrates willingness to accept additional responsibilitiesSupervises and evaluates additional support staff and/or volunteers when applicableShows care in personal hygiene and groomingAttends all meetings as requiredAdheres to Board and Administrative policyVIII. Gathers and Records DataMaintains appropriate and adequate informationFederal LawState Lawo District Policyo School ProceduresTelecommute eligibility established by the Governing Board in accordance to Policies GCC & GDD. Key Skills Experience Working With Students,Classroom Management,Communication skills,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Special Education,Teaching,Curriculum Development,Cordova,Word Processing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1