4th Grade ALC Elementary Teacher

Granite School District•West Valley, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This teacher will teach all content subjects. The teacher should be able to recognize and plan for differences in achievement and behavior within a highly gifted population. Although this is a school level position, with the principal as the supervisor, the ALC program is a Granite District program and the teacher will be expected to collaborate with district personnel. Under the direction of the school principal, the classroom teacher is responsible for creating a positive learning environment where students develop the skills to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, lifelong learners and productive citizens. Teachers maintain a safe environment; establish rapport with students, parents and colleagues; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education and do so in accordance with each student's ability. Teachers differentiate curriculum and use effective research-based methods of instruction. Implement Proficiency-Based Grading in Student Evaluations.

Requirements

Requires a Utah State Board of Education (USBE) approved cleared criminal background check.
Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Applicant must either have a current Professional Utah Elementary teaching license or a current out-of-state professional elementary license.
New graduates from teacher preparation programs who have not yet received their official teaching license should upload a conferral letter from their university in place of the license.
The conferral letter must be on official university letterhead and must include: The degree earned, The anticipated graduation date, The type of license and content area(s) in which the candidate will be recommended to the Utah State Board of Education
Candidates must have officially graduated prior to the position start date.
An official copy of the teaching license and degree will be required upon hire.
Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
Possess strong computer and educational technological skills.
Works independently with little direct supervision.
Works as part of a team.
Accepts responsibility and is self-motivated.
Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain a positive learning environment and handle classroom management issues in a calm manner.
Display effective multi-tasking and time management skills.

Nice To Haves

ESL Endorsement preferred
Gifted Endorsement preferred
Experience with William and Mary curriculum, Junior Great Books, and other GT curriculum preferred
Internal applicants preferred

Responsibilities

Teach the core content area(s) outlined in the USBE's Core Curriculum, and adopted by the Board of Education, correlated with other approved learning activities.
Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the child.
Utilize effective teaching techniques in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences which best utilize the time available for instruction
Utilize computers and other technological classroom support equipment in student instruction.
Supervision of students requires both indoor and outdoor responsibilities (e.g. recess duty, gymnasium activities, etc.) in all types of weather and air quality.
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom through organization and appropriate discipline strategies.
Evaluate students' academic and social growth, maintain appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
Be familiar with and willing to implement Proficiency-Based Learning in evaluating students.
Be familiar with and willing to implement the Granite Way.
Communicate with parents through conferences, telephone calls, e-mails, student planners, school website, and other appropriate means, to discuss the student's progress.
Communicate and cooperate with other professional staff regarding the student's academic and personal growth areas.
Attendance, physical presence, and timeliness are essential functions of this position.
Create an effective learning environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers.
Provide and maintain a safe and supportive environment in the classroom and on the school campus.
Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school district and self-selected professional growth activities.
Participate in faculty meetings as required.
Administer appropriate student attendance policies and procedures.
Participate in appropriate educator evaluation procedures as per district guidelines.
Administer group standardized tests in accordance with state and district testing procedures.
Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities
Select and requisition books and instruction materials; maintain required inventory records.
Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, colleagues, and members of the community.
Understand and adhere to laws, district policies, and procedures.
Maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, school staff, district staff, and members of the community.
Demonstrate professional ethics as outlined by the Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission.
Participate in professional development and instructional coaching
Develop lesson plans for gifted learners
Implement district approved gifted curriculum and utilize strategies that are appropriate for high ability learners
Be a positive role model.
Other duties as assigned