Teacher Elementary - Grade 1

About the position

The position is for a Teacher at Mountain Park Elementary, specifically for Grade 1. The teacher will be responsible for planning and delivering appropriate learning experiences based on the district's Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS) curriculum. The role requires creating an environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students. The teacher will also be expected to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional plans accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate command of the school subject being taught.
• Develop and prioritize short and long-term instructional objectives based on district AKS curriculum.
• Analyze student work and assessments to determine instructional needs.
• Prepare written lesson plans to support instructional objectives of the AKS for all students.
• Evaluate, select, and modify resources and activities.
• Communicate specific learning objectives to students.
• Organize content for presentation of the lesson.
• Utilize scientifically researched effective instructional strategies.
• Provide formative assessment that measures student progress toward AKS objectives.
• Provide summative assessment that measures student achievement of objectives.
• Organize learning environment to maximize student time on task.
• Maintain behavior that is conducive to learning.
• Participate in professional growth and professional learning activities.
• Maintain professional responsibilities and act as a role model.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Meets Georgia certification requirements in appropriate field of education.
• Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from a PSC approved college or university required.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of GCPS AKS curriculum and effective instructional practices.
• Ability to infuse technology into instruction to increase student learning.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.