Elementary Teacher - 2

Grand Rapids Public Schools•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were written out in this job description. GRPS MISSION : Our mission is to ensure that all scholars are educated, self-directed and productive members of society. Teacher - Elementary (2) Department: Instruction Bargaining Unit: Grand Rapids Education Association (GREA) Wage: Determine by the collective bargaining agreement and a comprehensive benefits package Direct Supervisor: Principal JOB SUMMARY The elementary teacher is responsible for ensuring that every scholar is academically and socially ready for college or career and to equip all scholars with knowledge, skills, and motivation that empowers them to direct their lives and become confident, critical thinkers who will contribute to a changing global community. This is accomplished by providing a variety of learning experiences in partnership with the community to meet each scholar's needs as defined by his or her educational plan. This position reports directly to the assigned building/program principal.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Current appropriate Michigan teaching certification
Demonstrated understanding of current research as to how children learn and the ability to motivate scholar to perform at their best.
Ability to work in an economically, culturally, and racially diverse environment.
Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both orally and in writing
Ability to differentiate instruction, by using a variety of styles, and inspire mixed culture and ability classes by creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all scholars.
Ability to participate as a member of the team.
Ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload.

Responsibilities

Provide scholars with effective instruction in the various academic areas; use the Danielson Rubric; differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all scholars; incorporate the Tripod 7 Cs (challenge, control, consolidate, confer, captivate, clarify and care) into daily practice.
Teach the required curriculum and administer common assessments; effectively maintain and monitor on-going scholar progress.
Provide scholars with effective instruction/modeling/interventions in the various behavioral areas.
Develop detailed, accurate and concise lesson plans for each subject area; plan and provide appropriate educational supplemental activities to meet both group and individual needs of all children within the classroom, including scholars with special needs.
Utilize “best” classroom management practices to create a learning environment that is conducive to learning, curtails disruptive behaviors and enhances scholars’ self-esteem.
Collaborate with special education staff to provide scholars with individualized education programs (IEPs) appropriate accommodations and supplementary aids.
Participate in and contribute to professional development, implement strategies learned with fidelity.
Make and maintain regular, positive contact with parents via phone calls, email and/or home visits including communicating scholar progress.
Establish and maintain effective written and oral communication and rapport with scholars, parents, and colleagues.
Participate in parent meetings, including IEP’s and Parent/Teacher Conferences
Contribute to the development of a positive attitude between the school and the wider community through cooperative relations, publications, competitions, etc.
Contribute to community service and global citizenship goals.
Display physical, social, mental, and emotional soundness to execute the duties of job.
Serve as a role model for all scholars and within school community.
Interact with co-workers, administration, scholars, parents, and the community in positive, supportive, and cooperative ways.
Encourage the team spirit and contribute as a team member in the decision-making processes of the school as facilitated by the building administrator.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
Contribute to extra-curricular activities and school programs, including recess duty as requested.
Maintain and promote school district goals and objectives.
Comply with state, federal and District policies, procedures, rules, and the union contract.
Regular and on-time attendance is required.
Other duties as assigned.