ELEMENTARY TEACHER-For Remainder of 25-26 School Year

Rapides Parish Schools•Alexandria, LA

53d

About The Position

To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. The teacher is responsible for growth in student learning.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate
Any additional certifications/qualifications specified by the Louisiana Standards for State Certification of School Personnel Bulletin 746

Responsibilities

Establish learning objectives with written lesson plans.
Teach effectively using various techniques and curriculum materials.
Differentiate assignments to meet individual needs.
Evaluate pupil learning frequently.
Provide for individual differences through grouping and individualized instruction.
Maintain a conducive learning atmosphere.
Demonstrate understanding of child growth and development.
Exhibit knowledge of subject matter and curriculum objectives.
Maintain control and promote self-discipline.
Use orderly procedures for classroom control.
Follow school and Rapides Parish School Board rules and regulations.
Adhere to time and duty schedules.
Sign in and out of school.
Be in the assigned classroom when the class period begins.
Remain at school during the school day unless permission is obtained.
Attend administrative and professional meetings.
Notify the Principal in case of absence.
Follow guidelines set forth by the Rapides Parish School Board staff.
Maintain an attractive and clean classroom.
Account for and care for textbooks, furniture, equipment, and instructional materials.
Complete required records and reports accurately and on time.
Be responsible for field trips.
Exhibit enthusiasm and self-confidence.
Maintain good public relations with parents.
Be ethical in contacts with parents, professionals, and pupils.
Participate in in-service programs and professional development.
Be loyal to the school system administration.
Establish and execute a professional growth and self-evaluation plan.
Carry out Performance Expectations and Indicators for Teachers in the NIET rubric.
Observe standards of conduct inside and outside of school.
Set a good example for pupils by dressing appropriately.
Use appropriate language.
Maintain self-control and poise.
Maintain good general health.
Enunciate clearly and use good English.
Demonstrate ability to adjust to new situations.
Accept responsibility and meet obligations on time.
Be in attendance at work except for illness or emergency.
Perform other duties assigned by the superintendent and/or evaluator.
Follow Federal, State, School Board and school policies
Fulfill duties traditionally expected of those in teaching profession
Lesson Plans
Instruction
Collaborate with colleagues and departments
Grade Papers
Take and record attendance
Enter/Average Grades
Maintain positive and timely interaction with parents relative to the performance or conduct of studentsassigned to the teacher
School committees or task forces to contribute to school improvement initiatives
Educational or coaching best practices and techniques
Supervision of Students when students are on or off campus at a school related/sponsored event
Supervision of Students prior to school and/or drop-off, when assigned
Supervision of Students in the classroom
Supervision of students between classes, during recess/intermission, during lunch, assemblies
Supervision of Students after school and/or pick-up, when assigned
Attend meetings generally associated with the instruction of students
Attend faculty, staff, and department meetingsAttend training sessions
Attend IEP meetings
Attend parent-teacher conferences
Attend back-to-school and open-house events
Attend graduation
Attend PGP, PIP, Evaluation, Observation, IAP, and student discipline meetings/hearings
Attend school board/committee meetings, upon request
Attend all meetings and functions of those activities, clubs, or groups of which the employee is a sponsor