5th Grade Teacher (26-27SY)

Osborn Elementary District • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides a classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establishes effective rapport with students; motivates students to develop attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education in accordance with each child’s ability; establishes good relationships with other staff members. Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to the following.

Requirements

• Demonstrates knowledge of state and national standards, district curriculum and instructional materials and assessments
• Demonstrates knowledge of interpreting data and assessments to make instructional decisions
• Evidence of use of data to drive instruction
• Supports school and district mission and vision
• Utilizes effective verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates flexibility, dependability, organization and collaboration
• Establishes rapport with peers and parents
• Is willing to participate in district training
• Demonstrates lifelong learning
• Seeks opportunities to demonstrate leadership
• Evidence of problem solving ability
• Resourceful and adaptable
• Maintains valid certifications, fingerprint card and highly qualified status.
• Observes teacher calendar and all Osborn School District policies.

Responsibilities

• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials aligned to district adopted curriculum
• Task analyzes and translates lessons into developmentally appropriate learning experiences
• Provides individualized and small group instruction differentiated to the needs of each student
• Utilizes effective Classroom Management techniques consistent with school and district policies
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere
• Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and provides parent reports per district policy
• Identifies pupil needs, makes appropriate referrals and implements strategies for individual education plans
• Effectively utilizes district technologies appropriate to the position and assumes responsibility for attending district training needed to successfully perform designated responsibilities as directed by supervisor.
• Maintains a safe environment for students, conducive to learning.
• Anticipates and effectively addresses crises according to School Crisis Plan
• Maintains regular attendance.
• Complies with State Law and District policies and regulations.
• Actively participates in school and district provided professional learning opportunities
• Performs all other duties as may be assigned or directed.

Benefits

• Base salary determined at time of hire and evaluated yearly according to approved Governing Board ranges and approved professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level