The Teacher is responsible for implementing the school’s instructional program for Grades K through 6.

• Maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning while teaching assigned subject or class according to adopted curricula and standards.
• Establishes a daily lesson plan following curriculum guidelines and adopted standards; prepares necessary materials; implements plan.
• Maintains student discipline and fosters positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Utilizes motivational tools and information technology to stimulate students.
• Maintains communication concerning individual progress with parents and school administration.
• Refers students for specialized help as required.
• Contributes to curriculum development and revision.
• Corrects assignments and evaluates student progress in timely fashion.
• Must participate in professional development activities as necessary to maintain licensure.
• Instruction in the classroom will be commensurate with the school’s stated philosophy, objectives and purposes.
• Cognizant of all rules and regulations in school handbooks.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Human relation skills of the highest order are required to meet the needs of a diverse population.
• Requires initiative, perception and a broad knowledge of human behavior to understand the learning style of the individual students.
• Requires solid pedagogy in educational planning, instructional delivery, classroom management, and assessment.
• Requires knowledge and understanding of technology skills students grades K-6 need to develop.
• Requires general knowledge and understanding of computers and software used in the school and/or ability to learn quickly.
• Understands safety requirements for students using online services.
• Position requires moderate lifting and bending.
• Required to monitor students indoors and sometimes outdoors in a hot and humid climate.
• Ability to keep up with children ages 5-12 years of age on a playground.

Minimum Requirements:

• Zero (0) to two (2) years’ experience teaching in an accredited school system.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a related discipline.
• Current teacher certification in one of the 50 United States for grade level or subject area.
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance: C-NACI.
• Must be able to obtain a US Passport.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience of three (3) years teaching in an accredited school system preferred
• Additional endorsement to augment major certification area is desired.
• Advance placement certification preferred as applicable.