JOB ID 1393: ELEMENTARY TEACHER - GRADES K-2 EXTENDED RES RM - NON-CONTINUING

Granite Falls School District•Granite Falls, WA

47d•$74,034 - $139,933

About The Position

TEACHER - The responsibilities of this position are to establish, plan, develop and prepare learning objectives and standards for assigned academic and enrichment subject areas and grade levels, to teach and instruct students, to promote student achievement, to provide guidance, counsel, supervision and discipline to students, and to assess and evaluate student performance and progress to enhance effective learning.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and valid teacher's certification
some positions require specific endorsements as specified by the state
some positions may require academic preparation or professional experience in specific fields
some positions require current CPR and first aid cards
As specified for the specific assignment.

Responsibilities

Teaches students the skills and attitudes to be successful in a variety of academic and enrichment subject areas, in accordance with state statutes, district policy and adopted curriculum, to help prepare students for lifelong learning and success; demonstrates a variety of skills for acquisition.
Creates positive classroom atmosphere to encourage and motivate students to learn essential skills, develop essential attitudes and experience successful learning.
Prepares and presents a wide range of academic and enrichment lessons and learning activities; assesses and evaluates student achievement; adapts and modifies techniques and materials for effectiveness as necessary for student progress and success.
Plans and prepares well-organized series of learning opportunities and activities; establishes objectives to ensure mastery of district outcomes; writes Individual Educational Plans (IEP's) if assigned in special education; plans means for student accomplishment of objectives; implements lesson plans.
Screens and assesses students with differential learning needs; observes students for assessment; adapts programs to meet needs; seeks and recommends special assistance as appropriate.
Assists students in developing self-esteem and responsible behaviors; models appropriate behavior; maintains classroom management; provides fair and consistent classroom management; acknowledges, discusses, rewards, and corrects student behavior; disciplines students as necessary; maintains student safety.
Researches, locates, acquires and creates appropriate educational materials and displays for stimulating student learning; orders and maintains equipment, supplies and materials.
Communicates with students, parents, administrators, counselors, specialists, staff and others on individual student needs and progress; facilitates and participates in problem-solving as needed; maintains effective communication for student benefit.
Participates in school and district decisions; works cooperatively and in teams; establishes and maintains effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, administrators and the public; attends meetings, activities and events; serves on committees as appropriate; promotes student learning and achievement; promotes positive public and community relations.
Maintains current knowledge of educational research, trends and specific subject fields; attends professional development conferences, seminars, classes and in-service activities.
Evaluates and records student progress; prepares progress and grade reports as required; administers tests as necessary.
Collects and compiles data as required; provides reports and interpretations as necessary for program and administrative requirements.
Directs the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel as appropriate.
Assists in a variety of building management activities, such as supervising halls and play areas, assisting visitors, maintaining a positive school environment for learning and teaching, and related activities.
Operates a variety of audio-visual and other equipment related to the field of study or classroom operations.
Serves as member of instructional team of the District; performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
Knowledge of technology appropriate to the level/type of assignment. i.e. computer skills, word processing, driving instruction, etc.