5th Grade Teacher- ELA and Social Studies (Two Openings) at Norwalk Community School | Norwalk, IA

Norwalk Community School

5th Grade Teacher- ELA and Social Studies (Two Openings)

Norwalk, IA (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableEntry LevelFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Support elementary classroom instruction by developing curriculum and differentiating instruction for K–6 students.

Own curriculum development and lesson planning aligned to district goals.
Must-have: Bachelor's degree and valid K-6 Elementary teaching license.
Standout: Experience with Standards Referenced Grading or Leader In Me implementation.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Develops and administers district and state approved curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct meets the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level and department, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.