Teacher, Fifth

Polk County Public Schools•Winter Haven, FL

About The Position

This position exists to ensure that all students learn the basic and essential skills at each grade level. The teacher plans and delivers instruction aligned with the district’s philosophy, goals, and adopted courses of study, and adapts instruction to individual student needs. The role also supports curriculum development, classroom management, student evaluation, family and community relations, and ongoing professional growth. The teacher works with students, parents, school staff, agencies, and the public. The position requires coordination of work tasks, communication using tools such as email, telephones, and computers, and indoor work in environmentally controlled conditions. Outdoor work may also be required, with exposure to weather, foliage, insects, and other outdoor elements. The role involves sitting, standing, walking, and frequently moving objects weighing up to 20 pounds; objects weighing more than 20 pounds may be moved infrequently.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Must be certified, qualified, and highly qualified as defined by the assigned course code(s).
Ability to work cooperatively with parents, school districts, and agencies in providing student services.
Ability to develop concepts and ideas and communicate them orally and in writing.
Knowledge of child development.
Ability to administer required testing instruments.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with students, teams, and groups.
Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the position.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move about to coordinate work; frequently lift, carry, move, or position objects weighing up to 20 pounds and infrequently objects weighing more than 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/biliterate.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement instruction consistent with district philosophy, goals, and adopted courses of study.
Prepare purposeful lesson plans that use effective teaching strategies and maximize time on task.
Design and implement a program of study that meets individual student needs and fosters learning and good study habits.
Provide progress and interim reports as required, and prepare substitute information as requested by the building principal.
Plan assignments for paraprofessionals, tutors, and volunteers as needed; identify learning problems and make referrals when appropriate.
Maintain subject-matter knowledge and contribute to ongoing curriculum revision, including written courses of study.
Assist in selecting books, equipment, and instructional materials, and identify supplemental services that may benefit students.
Establish and consistently apply classroom behavior rules and discipline techniques in accordance with district and building guidelines.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities; supervise students as assigned during the school day.
Uphold and enforce board policies, administrative procedures, and school rules, and communicate positively about the school program.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance and appropriate use of conference and planning time.
Work cooperatively with parents to strengthen students’ educational programs and maintain cooperative relations with staff.
Pursue professional growth through workshops, seminars, conferences, advanced coursework, and appropriate professional organizations.
Cooperate with administration in planning in-service training and attend required staff, department, and committee meetings.
Evaluate student accomplishments regularly using multiple assessment methods and adjust instruction based on results.
Maintain instructional-program accountability and protect the confidentiality of student, parent, and teacher records and information.
Perform other duties as assigned.