Elementary Teacher Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• A bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited educational institution is required.
• Submit proof of enrollment in the relevant state alternative teaching licensure or certificate program within 90 days of the position’s start date; enrollment must be for the appropriate endorsement or subject field in the state where the position is located.
• Obtain and maintain valid teacher licensure or certification in the state where the position is located and in the identified specialty field.
• Applicants with DoDEA certification may work directly with the state for reciprocity licensure and need not enroll in an alternative licensure program unless the state requires it.
• Submit legible transcripts to document education; official transcripts are required upon selection. Foreign education used to meet qualifications must be evaluated as described in the announcement.
• A valid driver’s license is required if operating a government-owned or leased motor vehicle as an incidental duty.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must meet Selective Service registration requirements to be eligible for appointment.
• New hires must successfully complete a background security investigation and receive favorable adjudication.
• The appointment includes a one-academic-year probationary period, during which fitness and continued employment will be evaluated.
• Education must be coursework related to the topic being taught or general teaching methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction as a classroom teacher, team teacher, remedial teacher, or special-services teacher according to the school setting and organizational structure.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate instructional activities under stated guidelines.
• Prepare yearly instructional outlines and daily lesson plans that specify learning objectives, activities, and evaluation methods or instruments for group and individual programs.
• Select, develop, adapt, and implement appropriate instructional methods and techniques, using available resources to support academic achievement.
• Provide learning experiences in assigned subject areas that develop cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills appropriate to students’ needs and interests.
• Continuously evaluate individual and group academic progress using criterion-referenced tests, periodic standardized tests, oral tests, or other relevant methods.
• Use alternative instruction to meet individual student needs.
• Prepare student progress reports and confer with parents and other concerned individuals.
• Maintain required records in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Maintain control of the assigned class and handle discipline independently, except for chronic or extreme behavior problems.
• Counsel individual students within established guidelines, using background information to support effective instruction and address student behavior and progress.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
• Government quarters may be available.