Elementary School Teacher (SY26-27)

NorthStar Public Schools•Minneapolis, MN

11h•Onsite

About The Position

NorthStar Public Schools is seeking a mission-driven educator to join our team! The Elementary School Teacher is primarily responsible for organizing, implementing, and providing an educational program where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth.

Requirements

B.A/ B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution or related field teaching.
Minnesota State certification in teaching appropriate subject area (K-6 Elementary Education).
Applicants who will hold the following credentials by August 31st of each school year are welcome to apply. We will work with applicants whose license is in process.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Highly organized and punctual
Customer focused approach
A high degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
Experience with using technology in teaching and learning
Skill in using positive, constructive disciplinary approaches
Familiarity with current teaching/ learning theories

Nice To Haves

Experience working in historically educationally underserved communities and communities of color
Minimum 3 years of classroom teaching experience

Responsibilities

Demonstrates knowledge of and proficiency with subject matter
Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
Plans and delivers instruction for a variety of learners
Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
Understands and uses assessment to promote student learning.
Creates an environment that promotes respect, rapport, and learning
Establishes effective relationships with students
Communicates clear and consistent expectations for learning, behavior, and achievement
Monitors and manages student behavior effectively
Communicates effectively with families, students, and colleagues
Communicates student progress in a timely and thorough manner
Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills
Supports the mission and values of the school
Supports the programs and priorities of the department and school
Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with faculty, students, and parents
Maintains confidentiality
Demonstrates professional behavior
Seeks and develops opportunities for professional growth
Mandatorily attends and participates in required meetings, school events, and committee work (including evenings and weekends as necessary)
Participates in the arrival and dismissal of students daily with assigned tasks and responsibilities
Performs bus duties for the safety of students daily with assigned tasks and responsibilities
Monitors hallways between classroom duties to establish safety and clear expectations of student behaviors in the hallways
Home visits to students/families' homes twice per school year
Performs duties as required/requested