Teacher, Third

Polk County Public Schools•Poinciana, 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 in accordance with district philosophy, goals, objectives, and adopted courses of study, while adapting instruction to students’ individual needs. The role also supports curriculum development, classroom management, student supervision, family and community relations, professional growth, and the ongoing evaluation of student learning. The teacher creates a classroom environment conducive to learning, uses appropriate teaching strategies and assessments, communicates student progress, and adjusts instruction based on assessment results. The role includes protecting student confidentiality, maintaining required instructional accountability, and cooperating with parents, colleagues, administrators, and other services supporting students. Work involves indoor, environmentally controlled conditions and may also involve outdoor conditions and exposure to weather, foliage, and insects. The position requires sitting, standing, walking, moving about, and frequently lifting, carrying, moving, or positioning objects weighing up to 20 pounds, with occasional handling of heavier objects. It also involves communication through email, telephones, and computers; face-to-face interaction; and coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals, and meet deadlines.

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 services to students.
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 cooperatively and collaboratively with students, teams, and groups.
Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the position.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/biliterate ability preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement instruction aligned with district philosophy, goals, objectives, and adopted courses of study.
Prepare purposeful lesson plans that use effective teaching strategies and maximize time on task.
Design and implement programs of study to meet students’ individual needs.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and encourage student enthusiasm and good study habits.
Provide progress and interim reports as required and prepare substitute information as requested by the building principal.
Plan and prescribe assignments for paraprofessionals, tutors, and volunteers as needed.
Recognize learning problems and make referrals when appropriate.
Keep current in subject matter and learning theory and contribute to ongoing curriculum revision.
Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials, and become familiar with supplemental student services.
Develop and consistently apply reasonable classroom rules and appropriate discipline techniques in accordance with district and building guidelines.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities, and supervise students as assigned.
Uphold and enforce board policies, administrative procedures, school rules, and regulations.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance and appropriate use of conference and planning time.
Communicate positively about the school program and work cooperatively with parents and other staff.
Pursue professional growth through workshops, seminars, conferences, or advanced coursework; maintain relevant professional memberships; and cooperate in planning in-service training.
Attend staff, department, and committee meetings as required.
Evaluate student accomplishments regularly using multiple assessment methods and adjust instruction based on results.
Perform duties required to maintain instructional-program accountability and protect the confidentiality of student, parent, and teacher information.
Perform other duties as assigned.