About this role
The Fourth Grade Teacher provides high-quality instruction aligned with state standards, supports the academic and social-emotional development of students, and maintains a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment. The teacher collaborates with families and staff, monitors student progress, and implements instructional strategies that meet the diverse needs of learners. REPORTS TO: Superintendent or designee. Salary: Pursuant to REA Contract WORK LOCATION: Richmond Middle School Essential Duties and Responsibilities Demonstrates a leadership role for the purpose of developing, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating curriculum and the selection of instructional resources. Knowledgeable in the latest developments and trends in the field of art education for the purpose of implementing researched-base instructional practices into daily instruction. Implements a comprehensive assessment system (e.g. formative, interim, and summative) for the purpose of monitoring student achievement and utilizing the data to guide and inform instruction. Maintains and communicates standards of pupil behavior and classroom management expectations for the purpose of providing a safe and secure environment conducive to learning. Coordinates, monitors and efficiently move students (individually or groups) to various locations within the educational setting for the purpose of ensuring student safety or order within the educational setting. Maintains and reports required pupil accounting, student achievement and inventory management record systems for the purpose of accurately collecting and reporting student demographic and achievement data and accounting of district resources/inventories. Utilizes and operates standard district/school technology (e.g. email, telephone, computer, etc.) for the purpose of improved communications and job efficiencies. Utilizes and operates standard district/school equipment (e.g. laminator, copier, audiovisual, etc.) for the purpose of preparing resources to be utilized by students within the instructional setting. Understands and implements Board of Education Policy, Administrative Guidelines, and organizational practices for the purpose of consistency and compliance. Other duties may be assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities The position is responsibility for the supervision of students (e.g. individual and small/large groups). In addition, the position may also supervise parents and volunteers with the educational setting or school sponsored events. Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Certificate, Licenses, Registrations Highly qualified as defined by the requirements of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), as known as No Child Left Behind (NCLB). Previous experience is preferred but not required. High School Diploma (minimum) x Teaching Certificate:
Associate's Degree (minimum) K-5 All Subjects
x Bachelor's Degree (minimum)
Master's Degree or higher (minimum)
Language Skills Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents, instructions and correspondence. Clearly and concisely communicate (orally and in written form) information in one-on-one, small group, and large group settings to students, parents, community members and employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills Ability to accurately add, subtract, multiply, and divide units of measurement using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Compute rates, ratios, and percentages as well as draw and interpret various graphs. Apply mathematical calculations and problem solving techniques in daily practical situations Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense knowledge and understanding of situations to carry out oral and written instructions. Utilizes situational awareness and reasoning to solve problems that involve few concrete variables in standardized situations.