27-28 Physical Education Teacher - Elementary (Anticipated) at Independence School District in Independence, MO

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. REPORTS TO: Building Principal JOB GOAL: To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for upper elementary grade education, in accordance with each pupil's ability; and to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, and science to pupils in a classroom, using the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities. Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in administrative regulations and procedures of the school district. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil. Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports. Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupils' progress and interpret the school program. Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems. Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers. Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities. Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records. Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned workday. Administers group standardized tests in accordance with the district testing program. Participates in curriculum development programs as required. Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities. Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the principal may from time to time assign. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work year to be established by the Board. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel. Position type: Elementary School Teaching / Physical Education School / site: 101-District Wide/location to be decided Attachments: 26-27 CERT Teacher.pdf