Elementary Teacher

Williamstown KY•Williamstown, KY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Williamstown Independent Schools is seeking an Elementary Teacher to implement the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives. This role involves creating a positive and effective learning environment, developing lesson plans, providing individualized instruction, assessing student progress, and collaborating with staff and parents.

Requirements

Holds valid Kentucky certification.

Nice To Haves

Ability to perform as a leader such that student achievement is maximized.

Responsibilities

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials.
Provides individualized and small group instruction.
Adapts the curriculum to the needs and learning styles of each student.
Translates lesson plans into learning experiences.
Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior.
Evaluates each student’s academic, behavioral, and social growth.
Keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
Communicates with students and parents about student progress.
Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professionals to address them.
Creates an effective environment for learning.
Maintains professional competence through professional development.
Participates in the district evaluation process.
Selects and requisitions instructional materials.
Maintains required inventory records.
Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities.
Administers group assessments.
Participates in curriculum development programs.
Participates in faculty meetings, team meetings, departmental meetings, and committees.
Sponsors student co-curricular activities as assigned.
Employs a variety of instructional techniques, strategies, and media.
Takes necessary precautions to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Accepts responsibility for the utilization of and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records.
Assists in enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policies.
Cooperates and correlates with other staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and strategies.
Promotes good public relations with parents and the community.
Assigns tasks for which students have a high probability of success.
Expects all students to make reasonable progress.
Provides guidance to promote student and educational development.
Implements authentic instruction and continuous formative assessment.
Promotes, demonstrates, and implements KERA learning goals and academic expectations.
Demonstrates effective positive interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrates regular attendance and punctuality.
Performs other duties consistent with the position as assigned.
Adheres to professional Codes of Ethics.