Elementary Teacher - Transitional Kindergarten - Walnut Grove Elementary

River Delta Unified School District • Walnut Grove, CA

11h • $63,741 - $113,527 • Onsite

About The Position

River Delta Unified School District is seeking a full-time Elementary Teacher for Transitional Kindergarten at Walnut Grove Elementary School. This position is responsible for planning, preparing, and implementing lesson plans for assigned classes, providing instruction, evaluating student progress, and offering special assistance as appropriate. The role involves creating a positive and supportive learning environment that encourages individual differences and respect for each student. The teacher will also be responsible for identifying and selecting instructional materials, planning and directing the work of instruction support staff, establishing and evaluating student performance standards, and communicating with parents regarding student progress. The position requires participation in professional development, in-service training, and staying current with teaching techniques. The district is committed to providing a quality education and has high standards for student success, with ongoing strategic schooling and Common Core training.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid Teaching Credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Teaching experience, which may include student teaching.
• Knowledge of standard instructional methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of teaching principles and practices.
• Knowledge of curriculums for assigned grade level.
• Knowledge of pertinent, Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of recent developments, current literature and information related to curriculum.
• Knowledge of assessment techniques to identify and resolve student problems.
• Ability to prepare and implement lesson plans.
• Ability to learn and provide assistance to students requiring special medical assistance.
• Ability to assess student needs and develop appropriate instructional material.
• Ability to motivate students.
• Ability to work effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include walking or standing for extended periods of time and operating assigned equipment.
• Ability to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading and writing, operating assigned equipment.
• Ability to maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions and demonstrating intellectual capabilities.

Nice To Haves

• 24 units in early childhood education, or childhood development, or both.

Responsibilities

• Provide a learning environment that encourages individual differences and respect for the dignity and worth of each student; promote and encourage a positive and learning environment.
• Plan and prepare lessons; identify and select instructional material; provide instruction to students.
• Plan, assign, and direct the work of instruction support staff; train staff and review work practices.
• Establish standards of student performance which can be quantitively and qualitatively evaluated; prepare tests and assignments; correct papers and monitor student progress; prepare progress reports and report cards.
• Assist in the identification, assessments, and resolution of special student problems; participate in IEP and Student Study Committee meetings, as appropriate; participate in the development in student goals.
• Administer group tests in accordance with district and school testing programs; assess test results; identify student needs and provide appropriate instructional activities.
• Develop goals and prepare and implement specific objectives for assigned class according to Board and District Policy.
• Communicate with parents and students regarding the educational and social progress of students; identify areas for and methods for improvement.
• Supervise students; enforce District and school rules, regulations, policies and procedures; recommend disciplinary actions as necessary.
• Participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of changes and new developments related to teaching techniques and other techniques that have proven successful in the classroom.
• Attend regular in-service training.
• Exercise supervision and care over books, supplies, and equipment; instruct students on proper use and preservation of school properties.
• Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment.
• Participate in extracurricular activities.
• Procure and order supplies and equipment.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as outlined by California Education Code, District Contract and District Board Policies and Procedures.

Benefits

• Credentialed Staff Salary Schedule
• Annual Stipends: Masters $1000.00, Doctorate $1000.00, BCLAD $1000.00
• Staff development opportunities are provided, encouraged, and promoted.
• Opportunities for staff to participate in on-going in-services in all curriculum areas.
• Opportunities for advancement on the salary schedule for advanced classes taken to improve instruction in areas agreed upon by the teacher, principal, and Superintendent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level