Hybrid Kindergarten Teacher -George Elementary bei Quincy School District

QUINCY SCHOOL DISTRICT

KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

Supervisor: Building Principal
Salary Range: QEA Salary Schedule

Location: George Elementary
Conditions of work: 180 days/1FTE

SUMMARY:

An elementary classroom teacher fosters and enhances an effective learning environment; facilitates the development or revision of curriculum and instructional materials; establishes effective rapport with students to motivate and develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 • Teach students the skills and attitudes to be successful in the subject matter in accordance with state statutes, district policy and adopted curriculum, to help prepare students for lifelong learning and success.
• Develops and translates lesson plans along with instructional material to provide
individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Establishes classroom goals and objectives, in conformation with courses of study specified by State and School District statutes, regulations and guidelines; evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays and exhibits of student’s work.
• Directs student teachers, teacher aides, tutors, and volunteers when such personnel are
utilized.
• Attends or participates in all required staff meetings, committees, team building, field trips
and other activities (may include overnight stay) deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional achievement.
• Participates in a variety of activities to enhance personal and professional skills.
• Performs related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.
• Must have good human relations and interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to keep
confidentiality and show initiative when appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Superintendent.

 
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently have or will have by the start date a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with an Elementary related endorsement required. Other degrees and certifications may be considered.
• Extensive knowledge of subject areas and ability to have effective behavior classroom techniques; effective instructional techniques.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and oral communications.
• Establish and maintain effective, positive communication and working relationships with students, parents or guardians, staff and administrators.
• Designing and implementing lesson plans for students having a wide range of achievement.
• Strong technical and word processing skills required.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to deal with students in a positive and confident manner; be fair and consistent when working with a culturally, racially, and economically diverse student population; adapt to change and remain flexible; organize activities; manage student behavior; use good judgment to maintain a safe learning environment; provide instruction and demonstrate techniques.
• Use necessary equipment, computers, machinery, tools, or software.
• Direct assistants; in some positions, administer first aid and CPR;
• Sets and maintains high expectations of students.
• Ability to gain respect and confidence of students and community through the modeling of appropriate behavior, methods and attire. Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical
demands:

• Ability to regularly walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

PROCEDURE:

• Application Online at www.qsd.wednet.edu/
• Click on “Employment” and “Current Openings TalentEd”
• All applications must be submitted online through the TalentEd system. For questions
regarding the TalentEd system, please contact Velma Flores.
• For specific timeline please visit FastTrack at www.qsd.wednet.edu >employment tab

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Quincy School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator:Nik Bergman, Superintendent, [email protected], 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Victoria Hodge, Special Programs Director, [email protected], 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Nik Bergman, Assistant Superintendent, [email protected], 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571.

Quincy School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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