Teacher - 4th/5th Grade Combo - Spanish Immersion - Riverview International Academy

About the position

Under the immediate direction of the Building Principal, the position is responsible for the academic, social, and psychological growth of upper grade (grades 4, 5) students or a combination thereof. The role involves collaboration with school personnel, parents, and community agencies to provide quality instructional programs and to perform other duties directly related to this position description.

Responsibilities

• Teach reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, and music to pupils in a classroom.
• Instruct pupils in citizenship, basic communication skills, and other general elements of the course of study specified in state law and administrative regulations.
• Provide planned learning experiences to motivate pupils and best utilize available time for instruction.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials for the class, including individualized and small group instruction as necessary.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
• Evaluate academic and social growth of pupils, keep appropriate records, prepare progress reports, and communicate with parents.
• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Create a functional and attractive environment for learning through displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Maintain professional competence through participation in in-service education activities.
• Perform basic attendance accounting and business services as required.
• Select and requisition books, instructional aids, and supplies; maintain required inventory records.
• Ensure a comfortable room environment through control of heating, lighting, and ventilation.
• Supervise pupils during recess, bus duty, and before and after school.
• Administer group standardized tests in accordance with District testing program.
• Participate in curriculum development programs within the school or on a District level.
• Share in sponsorship of student activities and participate in faculty committees.
• Plan and coordinate the work of aides, teacher assistants, and other paraprofessionals.
• Participate in social hygiene education programs as assigned.

Requirements

• Holds a valid Elementary California Teaching Credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
• First Aid and CPR certification.
• Dexterity and physical condition to maintain a rigorous work schedule and meet standards of physical and mental health.