TEACHER - GRADE TWO

Orange County Public Schools • Winter Park, FL

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About The Position

The Grade Two Teacher provides an appropriate educational atmosphere that encourages positive student learning. The teacher participates in a dynamic setting with classroom teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists, and other staff to develop and implement school programs and goals. The role includes planning and delivering instruction suited to students’ developmental stages and individual learning needs, monitoring and evaluating student progress, maintaining a supportive classroom climate, and building relationships with parents and the community. The teacher also participates in school improvement efforts and ongoing professional growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Certification or eligibility for certification by the Florida State Department of Education to teach in Florida.
• Knowledge of prescribed curriculum and child development.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Knowledge of current research and basic technology.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage a classroom and supervise students.
• Ability to analyze, diagnose, and evaluate student progress and programs.
• Knowledge of varied learning styles.
• Ability to use effective, positive interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to core beliefs about teaching, learning, and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Work with administrators and instructional teams to plan and implement hands-on programs and activities for students and the school.
• Participate actively with other faculty and staff.
• Work cooperatively with faculty and staff to plan, implement, and evaluate continuing school improvement programs.
• Manage the classroom and supervise the proper care of equipment used.
• Participate in professional growth activities focused on acquiring new and improved skills and knowledge.
• Diagnose and analyze student progress and programs to provide instruction appropriate to students’ developmental stages.
• Use a variety of instructional techniques to meet individual student needs.
• Use technology and current research in instruction.
• Evaluate students’ progress regularly.
• Use classroom management techniques that support an effective classroom climate.
• Show sensitivity to students, parents, and the community, and promote student self-esteem.
• Maintain professional relationships between the school and parents.
• Communicate with parents through conferences, telephone calls, or written communications.
• Encourage parental involvement through school activities and by connecting home and school.
• Maintain required records, including grade books, attendance records, and student progress reports.
• Assist in protecting student and school property.
• Stay current with job-appropriate technology used by OCPS and attend district-supported training to maintain required technology skills.
• Maintain timely and accurate information as part of job responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level