5th Grade Teacher

Lexington County School District One•Oak Grove, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, instructs students in academic and social skills in such a way that the individual student's needs, interests, and abilities are met. Assists in other school programs as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in elementary education or related area of discipline with previous student teaching experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
Valid SC Teaching License (any applicable area)
Must have current government issued identification
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Lexington County School District One Board policies.
Must be able to access reliable transportation.
Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the school district that pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
Knowledge of school policies, procedures, and operations.
Ability to demonstrate proper maintenance, safe operation, and utilization of equipment, materials, and supplies used in daily activities.
Ability to maintain high standards of accuracy in exercising duties.
Ability to anticipate work to be completed and to complete work without the need for direct supervision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and student records and information.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors, co-workers, teachers, students, and the general public.
Personal computer experience required.
Strong knowledge of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets, electronic file management, the internet, and reporting and presentation software.
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 apply knowledge and current research and theory.
Ability to organize and implement a flexible work schedule in order to meet reporting deadlines.
Ability to self-monitor and manage multiple tasks while working individually and with members of a group.
Ability to submit all requested reports and documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with scheduled deadlines.
Computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

Supports and upholds the mission, vision and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One towards increased outcomes for students.
Interacts, communicates and collaborates with all stakeholders effectively.
Establishes a safe, supportive, positive and productive working and learning environment.
Operates general office and technology equipment needed for daily activities.
Maintains confidentiality regarding all employee and student information.
Participates in all professional meetings and training sessions as required.
Requests and maintains materials needed for daily responsibilities and essential functions; provides for safe storage and proper use of all tools, equipment and materials.
Supervises student activities on the playground, in the lunchroom, in arrival and dismissal locations and other areas as assigned; maintains positive behavior support and classroom management systems.
Demonstrates a variety of 21st century teaching skills to foster independent, creative, critical thinkers and problem solvers.
Designs and facilitates engaging, high level, sophisticated learning experiences and applications.
Teaches concepts and skills based on state standards that facilitate learning and contribute to students' academic and personal development.
Demonstrates and evaluates the effectiveness of both formative and summative assessments; collaborates with other staff members to analyze assessment data in relation to student learning and develops instructional strategies to close the learning and performance gap; evaluates contributions in group projects.
Prepares various records and forms such as lesson plans, daily and weekly activity plans, assessments, material requisitions, discipline reports, etc.
Organizes classrooms and other settings for daily instruction.
Effectively uses personal computing devices and software applications for the management of student records, instructional efficiency, and professional development.
Meets with parents, administrators and school counselors as needed to discuss student performance, social and emotional needs, behavior, and personal and academic goals and expectations, etc.; issues reports in accordance with school board policy to inform parents/guardians of students' progress; suggests interventions as appropriate.
If applicable, supervises activities of assigned instructional assistants which involve such duties as planning and reviewing work and providing instruction, guidance and training.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Responsible for supervision of students in classrooms, field studies and other instructional settings.
Responsible for classroom materials and supplies budget (if applicable).
Responsible for maintenance and inventory of equipment; responsible for reporting equipment malfunctions and safety issues.