Elementary Education Teacher (K-6) (Pos. #338241) at Lenoir County Public Schools

K-5 Teacher (Position #338241)CLASSROOM TEACHERJob DescriptionJob Goals:To plan organize and present instruction and instructional environments that help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their cognitive physical and social/emotional development in the 21st century.Performance Responsibilities:Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learnersAbility to plan coordinate and continuously improve instructionAbility to analyze situations determine possible options and make appropriate decisions based on the dataMust be able to use a variety of technology and classroom toolsAbility to manage instructional time and student behaviorAbility to motivate studentsAbility to consult with parents teachers administrators and the community to enhance the learning of studentsAbility to monitor student performanceAbility to interact within the educational environmentAdditional Job Functions or Assigned Tasks:Coordinate and direct the activities of the Teacher Assistant if applicablePerform other related work as requiredLicensure Qualifications:Minimum Bachelors degree from an approved education program in subject areaNC Teaching License or have qualifications to obtain a NC Teaching LicenseStrong background in North Carolina Standard Course of Study/Common Core and Essential StandardsPhysical Qualifications: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must have the ability to:sit and stand for extended periods of time;exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone to enter data into a computer;see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids;hear and understand speech at normal classroom levels outdoors and on the telephone;speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in normal classrooms outdoors and on the telephone;exhibit physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and 50 pounds to waist height;bend stoop sit on the floor climb stairs walk and reach overhead.Knowledge and Skills:Standard I: Teachers Demonstrate LeadershipThe Teacher:Leads in the classroom by taking responsibility for all students learningDemonstrates leadership in the school by working collaboratively with all school personnel to create a professional learning communityLeads the teaching profession by striving to improve the professionAdvocates for schools and students by promoting positive change in policies and practices affecting student learningDemonstrates high ethical standards by upholding the Code of Ethics and Standards for Professional ConductStandard II: Teachers Establish a Respectful Environment for a Diverse Population of StudentsThe Teacher:Provides an environment in which each child has a positive nurturing relationship with caring adults by encouraging a climate that is inviting respectful supportive inclusive and flexibleEmbraces diversity in the school community and in the world by demonstrating knowledge of diverse culturesTreats students as individuals by maintaining high expectations for all students; and by appreciating differences and valuing contributionsAdapts teaching for the benefit of students with special needs by collaborating with specialistsWorks collaboratively with the families and significant adults in the lives of their students by improving communication and collaboration between the school and the home and communityStandard III: Teachers Know the Content They TeachThe Teacher:Aligns instruction with North Carolina Standard Course of StudyKnows the content appropriate to teaching specialty by bringing a richness and depth of understanding to the classroomRecognizes the interconnectedness of content areas/discipline by knowing the links and vertical alignment of grade or subject taughtMakes instruction relevant to students by incorporating 21st century life skills into teaching deliberately strategically and broadlyStandard IV: Teachers Facilitate Learning for Their StudentsThe Teacher:Knows the ways in which learning takes place and the appropriate levels of intellectual physical social and emotional development of students by knowing how students think and learnPlans instruction appropriate for students by collaborating with colleagues and using a variety of data sources for planningUses a variety of instructional methods and techniques that are most effective in meeting the needs of studentsIntegrates and utilizes technology in instruction by knowing when and how to use technology to maximize student learningHelps students develop critical thinking and problem solving skills by encouraging students to ask questions think creatively and draw conclusionsHelps students work in teams and develop leadership qualities by teaching the importance of cooperation and collaborationCommunicates effectively in ways that are clearly understood by studentsUses a variety of methods to assess what each student has learned by using multiple indicators to evaluate student progressStandard V: Teachers Reflect on Their PracticeThe Teacher:Analyzes student learning by thinking systematically and critically about student learningLinks professional growth to professional goals by participating in continued high quality professional development that reflects a global view of educational practicesFunctions effectively in a complex dynamic environment by understanding that change is constantLicensureWhile serving in this role the individual must hold a current North Carolina Professional Educators license for his/her area of assignment.Must hold or be eligible to hold a North Carolina Professional Educators license in Elementary Education (K-6).If you wish to apply please complete the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction online application at Current employees must select internal candidate attach letter of interest and resume on the vacancy at the above website.Reports to: PrincipalTerm of Employment: 10 Months unless otherwise specifiedSalary: North Carolina Teacher Salary Scale $2000 LCPS SupplementEvaluation: Performance will be evaluated in the NC Educator Effectiveness System in accordance with provisions of the Boards policy on evaluation of personnelDISCLAIMERThe preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees of this job. Key Skills Experience Working With Students,Classroom Management,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Computer Operation,EDI,Lesson Planning,Special Education,Teaching,Cordova,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1