5th Grade Teacher

POSITION SUMMARY: To provide an educational atmosphere in which students will move toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth and maturation in accordance with District philosophy, goals and objectives. Reports to Principal or Assistant Principal at assigned location.

Position Qualifications

Education – Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

Certificates and/or Licenses – Eligible for Certification by the State of Florida or District vocational certification. Computer Skills - Basic understanding and knowledge of use of current technology, as required for the position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : L-Light Work – Required to push, pull or lift up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Professional Responsibilities

• Reflect on Teaching: Accuracy and Use in Future Teaching.
• Maintain Accurate Records: Student Completion of Assignments and Progress in Learning, and Non-Instructional Records. Communicate with Families: Information about the Instructional Program and Individual Students, and Engagement of Families in the Instructional Program.
• Participate in a Professional Community: Relationships with Colleagues, Involvement in a Culture of Professional Inquiry, and Participation in School and District Projects.
• Growing and Developing Professionally: Enhancement of Content Knowledge and Prerequisite Skill, Receptivity to Feedback, Service to Profession.
• Showing Professionalism: Integrity and Ethical Conduct, and Decision Making.
  
  

Expectations

• Plan activities that offer differentiated learning experiences based on the level and needs of the student.
• Utilize District curriculum maps and required processes accurately and effectively in planning.
• Establish and maintain effective management of student behavior, which creates a collaborative classroom climate focused on learning and respect.
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment, build professional skill through participation in professional learning communities, and modify curriculum or instruction to build student achievement.
• Utilize District assessments and curriculum calendars effectively to assess and monitor student performance.
• Engage in continuing professional growth and keep abreast of recent developments in education through required in-service, voluntary in-service opportunities, collaborative opportunities, graduate classes, and/or research.
• Develop and implement a Deliberate Practice Plan.
• Support school and District improvement initiatives.
  
  

Skills & Abilities

• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication – Ability to communicate effectively with others orally and in writing.
• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems.
• Technical Aptitude – Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
• Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. Knowledge of prescribed curriculum. Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators, and others.