About this role
TOWANDA AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: ELEMENTARY TEACHER FLSA: EXEMPT GROUP: TAEA REPORTS TO: Elementary Principal; Principal of Curriculum & Instruction K-12 (under direction of supervising principal); Director of Special Education JOB SUMMARY Instruct students at the elementary level in assigned, certified area. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide instruction in areas of certification and assignment using district approved curriculum and model.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
• Prepare, administer and assess student performance to evaluate progress.
• Prepare and plan for classroom instruction.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies and administrative procedures.
• Enforce all district policies and administrative procedures.
• Refer students with academic or social challenges to district resource persons.
• Provide a safe environment including instructions, as appropriate, in order to prevent injuries and damage.
• Prepare for assigned classes based on state standards and show written evidence of preparation upon request of supervisor(s).
• Supervise students as assigned.
• Integrate technology and other materials to supplement instruction.
• Communicate with parents and community to keep them informed about classroom events.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in order to address individual student needs and progress.
• Prepare and implement remedial interventions for students requiring extra help.
• Collaborate with other staff members in professional learning communities to plan for instruction.
• Comply with all aspects of student IEPs and 504 Plans.
• Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
• Review, evaluate and incorporate student data into classroom instruction.
• Maintain classroom inventory, including equipment and supplies.
• Administer required standardized assessments as directed.
• Utilize district implemented system for technology, maintenance and supply requests.
• Serve as a positive role model for students in all aspects of performance, demonstrating pride in the honorable profession of public education.
MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Participate in meetings, workshops and conferences as required.
• Support public education and student achievement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising principal(s).
QUALIFICATIONS
• Must possess appropriate PA teaching certification in area(s) of assignment.
• Submission of pre-employment medical examination (Section 148 of the Pennsylvania School Code)
• Submission of a report of criminal history record from the Pennsylvania State Police (Section 111 of the Pennsylvania School Code)
• Submission of a clearance report from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare in accordance with Act 151 of 1994
• Submission of Federal Criminal History Record in accordance with Act 114 of 2006
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Ability to reach above and below the waist
• Ability to use fingers to pick, feel and grasp objects
• Ability to perform repetitive motion
• Some stooping, kneeling, bending and twisting of the body
• Ability to lift/carry supplies weighing no more than 30 lbs
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods throughout the work environment
SENSORY ABILITIES
• Visual acuity
• Auditory acuity
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Typical classroom environment
• Must be able to work in extreme cold (32 degrees or less) and extreme heat (90 degrees or more)
TEMPERAMENT
• Must be cooperative, congenial and service oriented
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions
• Able to make judgments and work under high level of stress
COGNITIVE ABILITY
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Ability to read and write
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to organize tasks
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to exercise good judgment
SPECIFIC SKILLS
• Must possess technology skills
• Ability to operate various office equipment
• Must appropriately handle confidential information
(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability or disabilities to perform the primary duties and responsibilities of the job)