Teacher, Kindergarten (EOY) at Loudoun County Public Schools

Position OverviewThe Teacher plans designs implements and assesses an appropriate instructional program in an elementary environment that guides and encourages a diverse group of students at all levels to develop and fulfill their academic potential. The Teacher designs learning experiences monitors student progress and presents the information to parents develops assessments creates and reinforces classroom expectations works with school administration to prepare students for a variety of assessments and manages students outside the classroom such as in school hallways field trips etc.At the elementary level the Teacher may be assigned to teach students from kindergarten through fifth grade. The Teacher promotes healthy academic and social behaviors in children in a developmentally appropriate manner and continues to positively reinforce these behaviors on a consistent basis. The Teacher also fosters independence through the gradual release of responsibilities by allowing students to develop the skills to perform tasks without assistance.Roles and ResponsibilitiesThe following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed in relation to the position. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate:Establishes a safe and supportive environment that is conducive to learning and enables each student to demonstrate agency ownership and reflection.Designs and implements authentic and engaging learning experiences using the Virginia Standards of Learning LCPS curriculum competencies and strategies to maximize student achievement using a variety of tools and instructional resources.Personalizes instruction based upon the needs of students.Assesses student growth as related to educational goals objectives and outcomes.Adheres to LCPS Assessment and Grading policy and guidelines.Monitors and supports behavior of students in an instructional setting; assists and participates in management of student behavior in other parts of the school playgrounds and during lunch.Works in a collaborative and supportive manner with colleagues students parents and the community to promote and support student learning.May direct the work of teacher assistants student teachers and volunteers to provide an effective learning environment.Supports and actively participates in the schools professional learning community to deepen the understanding of curriculum content competencies assessment and the developmental needs of students.QualificationsBelow are the qualifications for this position:Bachelors degree from an accredited university or collegeHolds or eligible for a Virginia teaching license with an endorsement inappropriate subject areaDemonstrated knowledge of elementary content curriculum and methodology of effective teachingAbility to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programsAbility to establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with students peers administrators and parentsDemonstrated skill in oral and written communications; excellent human relations skillsPhysical RequirementsThe following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this position:While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly talking expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately loudly or quickly. The employee must possess normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn recall and apply certain practices and policies. Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects.This is an End of Year (EOY) position.Reports to:PrincipalFLSA status:ExemptMonths/Days/Hours: 197 days 7 hours per daySalary Level:LicensedSalary Scale: Bargaining Unit: Certified Key Skills Experience Working With Students,Early Childhood Education,Time Management,Organizational skills,Classroom Management,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Preschool Experience,Teaching,Cordova,Word Processing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1