Elementary Teacher - 5th Grade
Telluride School District
SUMMARY
Under the immediate direction of the Building Principal, the teacher is responsible for the academic, social, and psychological growth of students in the classroom. The teacher collaborates with school personnel, parents, and community agencies to provide quality instructional programs and to perform other duties directly related to this position description.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
LICENSES/ CERTIFICATIONS
Colorado-certified teacher with an Elementary (K-6) endorsement; out-of-state applicants will be considered if they can qualify for a Colorado license
A successful criminal background check is required for hire
Ability to complete the READ Act Training & Teacher Induction Program
EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or a related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Master’s Degree in a related area preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Successful prior teaching experience for appropriate grade levels is beneficial
LANGUAGE
Bilingual Spanish preferred
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops and administers the school's elementary curriculum consistent with the school district's 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 students' needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Cultivate a sense of belonging through diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a community that is respectful, empathetic, and joyful
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.
Teaches language arts, social studies, math, and science as well as other appropriate learning activities to pupils in a classroom, utilizing the course of study adopted by the Telluride School District School Board, preparing materials as needed.
Works collaboratively and effectively with students, parents, and Administration and receives immediate supervision from the School Principal and the District Superintendent.
Develops and administers the school's elementary curriculum consistent with the school district's goals and objectives.
Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school
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.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade levels, 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.
Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
Demonstrate faithfulness and promptness in attendance at work.
Use the District’s internet and email system as specified in Policy.
Implement fair and equitable behavioral expectations and responses.