School Teacher - Elementary

JOB DESCRIPTION
BASIC OBJECTIVES

The teacher’s job is to assure that all students learn the basic and essential skills at each grade level.

This is a FULL TIME, 10 MONTH position.

JOB TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructional Process

• Plan and implement a program of instruction that adheres to the district philosophy, goals and objectives as outlined in the adopted course study.
• Make purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that provide for effective teaching strategies and maximize time on task.
• Plan and implement a program of study designed to meet individual needs of students.
• Create a classroom environment conductive to learning by employing a variety of appropriate teaching strategies.
• Encourage student enthusiasm for the learning process and the development of good study habits.
• Provides progress and interim reports as required.
• Prepare substitute folders containing appropriate information as required by the principal.
• Recognize learning problems and make referrals as appropriate.
• Demonstrates a strong grasp of subject matter.
• Uses effective oral and written expression.

Curriculum Development

• Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory and is willing to share this knowledge for continual improvement of the school’s curriculum.
• Assists on the ongoing curriculum revision process, including the revision of written courses of study.
• Becomes acquainted with supplemental services beneficial to students as an extension of regular classroom activities.

Classroom Management

• Develops, in accordance with district school guidelines, reasonable rules of classroom behavior and appropriate techniques that are consistently applied.
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Shares responsibility during the school day for the supervision of students in all areas of the school.
• Provides for the supervision of assigned students when circumstances require a brief absence from the assignment.

Professional Growth

• Continues professional growth through attendance at workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced course work at institutions of higher learning.
• Maintains membership in appropriate professional organizations.
• Cooperates with the administration in planning appropriate in-services training programs at the school or at the district level.
• Attends staff, department, and committee meetings as required.

Student Evaluation

• Evaluates accomplishments of students on a regular basis using multiple assessment methods such as teacher made tests, samples f students’ work mastery skills check lists, criterion-referenced tests and norm referenced tests.
• Make appropriate adjustments in the instructional program and as required by the principal.
• Respects the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics, and state and federal laws.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to pass background and screening by Miami-Dade County Public Schools

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree

REQUIRED LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Official Statement of Status of Eligibility from the Florida Department of Education stating that the applicant is eligible for certification in-field ORTemporary/Professional Certificate.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $47,717.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person