Job Description
SUMMARY: Provides instruction in the curricular areas to students in an elementary classroom. ENDORSEMENTS: Elementary Classroom K-6 (required) Reading K-8 (preferred) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential duties must be performed on site. Other duties or tasks may be assigned. Develops and implements programming associated with all content areas to be delivered in a classroom setting for elementary aged students. Supports and implements the district curriculum, standards and benchmarks. Assists school staff with strategies to support and meet students' needs and achievement of academic goals. Provides active communication and positive relationships with parents and community members. Assists in planning and delivery of social/emotional/behavioral school-wide programming. Assists and collaborates with the principal, school counselor, staff, parents and students on matters pertaining to teaching and learning. Maintains appropriate records and protects the confidentiality of data. Meets the 8 Iowa Teaching Standards and 42 criteria on a consistent basis. Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis. Other duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in Education required. Experience in classroom teaching upper elementary preferred. In addition, the specific skills/educational qualifications for this include: LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and implement ideas contained in technical documents, assessment data, professional journals and regulations. Ability to effectively write reports and communications to students, colleagues, parents and staff. Ability to effectively present information orally and respond to questions from administrators, teachers, staff and students. Ability to assist students in the areas of language and literacy. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, decimals and fractions. Ability to assist students in implementing these mathematical concepts. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve problems effectively. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. REQUIRED DISPOSITIONS: Believes that all children can attain high levels of learning. Takes responsibility for the learning of our children and his/her own performance. Possesses the knowledge and skills to build effective educational experiences that benefit all children. Functions in a colaborative manner as an effective member of the educational/school team. Adheres to the principles of an effective team member as described in the PLC model. Applies the principals of continuous improvement through the use of quality tools and processes. Won't shy from today's educational challenges. Utilizes effective interpersonal skills. Has a track record of success. Works with great integrity. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Iowa Teaching Certification with an endorsement in content area required. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to apply knowledge of current research as it relates to the support of the Educational Goals of the District. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; talk and hear. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and forward 0 -24 inches and on occasion up to 36 inches. The employee continuously uses hand stren