Elementary K-2 (ALE) Teacher-MCDERMOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Little Rock School District•Little Rock, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

To provide students assigned to PBIS/ALE with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. To enable students to develop academic competencies and behavioral self-regulation skills in order to function successfully in society.

Requirements

Must meet Arkansas certification requirements in elementary education (P-4).
At least five (5) years experience as a teacher working with urban youth including experience with students with special needs and behavioral or mental health issues.
Competent in total teaching act and differentiated instructional planning and delivery of appropriate instruction for multi-grade setting.
Knowledge of curriculum development, best practice teaching strategies/interventions, and commitment to fully implement Common Core State Standards (ELA and Mathematics) for primary level students.
Committed to the creation of a safe, orderly, and secure school climate.
Demonstrates proficiency in writing and implementing Individualized Behavior Management Plans.
Evidence of strong skills in facilitation in order to successfully collaborate with district personnel and community agencies in a manner that will promote a positive image of the Little Rock School District.
Willingness to participate in on-going professional development.
Evidence of a strong commitment to quality integrated education.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates the conviction that all children can and will learn in the Little Rock School District.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the overall structure of the school’s primary level PBIS/ALE program in accordance with state and district goals and objectives.
Fully implement grade appropriate curricula for assigned students.
Provide direct instruction to assigned students in self-contained multi-grade classroom, appropriate to each student’s abilities and behavioral needs.
Schedule and facilitate intake, progress, and exit conferences.
Consult with parents, teachers and principals, specialists, students, and community resources.
Regular assessment of student academic, behavioral, social, and emotional growth through collection of anecdotal data or other evidence.
Adheres to district guidelines for grade reporting and district / state assessments.
Commit to regular attendance at workshops and meetings for continued professional growth.
Fully integrate technology into the learning environment.
Perform additional auxiliary duties as assigned.