FUTURE Elementary Lead Teacher (K-4)

St Benedict's Episcopal Day School•Smyrna, GA

About The Position

The Elementary Lead Teacher is given the duty of leading the classroom, along with an associate teacher’s assistance (K-4), in instructing students on such a level as to allow them to obtain proficiency in their subject levels at a grade-appropriate level. Responsible for creating lesson plans, positive classroom management, instructs students on subjects such as science, literature, and math, and creates a well-rounded, comprehensive instructional program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education or subject related field required; Masters strongly desired.
Georgia Teaching Certification is preferred, but not required.
Experience working with elementary age students preferred
Strong understanding of content
Working knowledge of Google Classroom and Google documents
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or other similar programs; Renweb experience a plus.
Excellent verbal and written skills, as well as verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Must work well individually and as part of a small team; ability to interact collaboratively with parents, students and administration.
Passionate about working with and inspiring students.
Superior time management skills and the ability to consistently meet deadlines and be flexible.
Ability to stand for long periods of time while instructing; excellent hearing abilities; physical ability to transport students from one area of a building/campus to another; physical ability to move into different learning spaces.
All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

Nice To Haves

Georgia Teaching Certification is preferred, but not required.
Experience working with elementary age students preferred
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or other similar programs; Renweb experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Teaching subjects at an appropriate instructional level
Providing content development that is both teacher-focused and student focused
Promoting student engagement in order to assess and encourage progress
Demonstrating accurate, up-to-date knowledge of content
Implementing designated curriculum
Maintaining lesson plans as required by school policy
Providing adequate information, plans and materials for substitute teachers
Assigning reasonable tasks and homework for students
Conducting assigned classes at scheduled times
Assuming responsibility for supervision of students in out-of-class settings, such as field trips or recess
Modeling appropriate behavior in speech and actions
Carries all responsibility and accountability
Ability to handle stressful situations.
Must maintain confidentiality of student and school matters.
Effectively present information and respond to students, parents, and staff.
Positive management of the learning environment
Maintaining a healthy learning environment for the students in both the classroom as well as instruction
Monitoring and management of students’ behavior, including appropriate enforcement of student behavior rules
Following professional practices consistent with school policies in working with students, students’ records, parents and colleagues
Scheduling conferences according to school policies
Maintaining accurate, complete and appropriate records and files
Model professional and ethical standards and practices consistent with school policies when dealing with students, parents, peers in both speech and actions.
Be evaluated throughout the year through informal and formal classroom observation.
Participate in training and professional development; goal setting with supervisor
Showing support and high esteem for School at all times.
Attending and participating in faculty meetings and other assigned meetings and activities according to school policy.
Complying with conditions as stated in employee agreement and handbook.
Commitment to St. Benedict’s Episcopal School's mission and values.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Head of School or Assistant Head of School or Academic Chair, such as carpool, lunch coverage, chapel check ins.