3rd Grade Teacher

Job Description Position Title: Teacher: K-5Department: Teaching & LearningReports To: Building PrincipalCompensation: Commensurate with Degree and ExperienceCalendar: 190 DaysPosition Type: Certied Salary SUMMARYThe K-5 Teacher is responsible for fullling the mission of Council Bluffs Community School District (CBCSD) bydeveloping lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction, within established curriculumguidelines, to promote intellectual, social, and physical growth in the subject matter that will contribute to studentdevelopment and achievement. This position oversees implementation of content area curriculum, participates inprofessional learning communities, and practices research-based assessment strategies. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEssential duties must be performed on site. Other duties may be assigned. Demonstrates ability to enhance academic performance, support for, and implementation of CBCSD studentachievement goals. Accepts and demonstrates responsibility for creating a classroom culture that supports the learning ofevery student. Provides evidence of student learning to students, families, and staff. Implements strategies supporting students, department, and school goals. Uses student performance data as a guide for decision-making. Creates an environment of mutual respect, rapport, and fairness. Communicates with students, families, colleagues, and communities effectively and accurately. Uses strategies to deliver instruction that meets the multiple learning needs of students. Aligns classroom instruction with State standards and CBCSD approved resources & curriculum. Uses research-based instructional strategies that address the full range of cognitive levels. Demonstrates exibility and responsiveness in adjusting instruction to meet student needs. Engages students in varied experiences that meet diverse needs and promote social, emotional, andacademic growth. Connects students' prior knowledge, life experiences, and interests into the instructional process. Uses available resources, including technologies, in the delivery of instruction. Uses a variety of methods to monitor student learning. Aligns classroom assessment with instruction. Communicates assessment criteria and standards to all students and parents/guardians. Understands and uses the results of multiple assessments to guide planning and instruction. Guides students in goal setting and assessing their own learning. Provides substantive, timely, and constructive feedback to students and parents/guardians. Works with other staff, departments, and leadership in analysis of student progress. Demonstrates competence in classroom management. Creates a learning community that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement, andself-regulation for every student. Develops and implements classroom procedures and routines that support high expectations forlearning. Uses instructional time effectively to maximize student achievement. Creates a safe and purposeful learning environment. Demonstrates competence in content knowledge appropriate to the teaching position. Understands and uses key concepts, underlying themes, relationships, and different perspectives relatedto the content area. Revised 1/23/20

Job Description Uses knowledge of student development to make learning experiences in the contentarea meaningful and accessible for every student. Relates ideas and information within and across content areas. Understand and uses instructional strategies that are appropriate to the content area. Demonstrates competence in planning and preparing for instruction. Uses student achievement data, State standards, and CBCSD curriculum in planning for Instruction. Sets and communicates high expectations for social, behavioral, and academic success of all students. Uses student developmental needs, background, and interests in planning for instruction. Selects strategies to engage all students in learning. Uses available resources, including technologies, in the development and sequencing of Instruction. Engages in professional growth. Demonstrates habits and skills of continuous inquiry and learning. Works collaboratively to improve professional practice and student learning. Applies research, knowledge, and skills from professional development opportunities to improvepractice. Establishes and implements professional development plans based upon the teacher needs aligned tothe Iowa Teaching Standards. Fullls professional responsibilities established by the school. Adheres to board policies, school procedures, and contractual obligations. Demonstrates professional and ethical conduct as dened by the state law and District policy Contributes to efforts to achieve school wide and department specic goals. Demonstrates an understanding of and respect for all learners and staff. Collaborates with students, families, colleagues, and communities to enhance student learning. Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Therequirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION Required: Valid Iowa teaching certicate with appropriate elementary endorsement EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Required: Bachelor's degree in education from a four year accredited college or university. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position does not supervise other employees. LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, orgovernmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability toeffectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the generalpublic. Strong positive human relation and communication skills in working with students, parents and associatedprofessionals. MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane andsolid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions topractical situations. Revised 1/23/20

Job DescriptionREASONING ABILITYAbilities to dene problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret and extensivevariety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIESAbility to apply knowledge of current research and theory to an instructional program; ability to plan and implementlessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability toestablish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and community; ability to speakclearly and concisely in written or oral communication. Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum techniques andaccommodations to enhance student achievement. Interest and willingness to seek out new learning opportunities.Ability to give oral and written presentations to fellow staff members. Training and experience with interventionstrategies for crisis management and problem solving. Knowledge and experience using technology in the classroom.Ability to assist others in integrating special education modications in their classrooms. PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfullyperform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimeswalk and sit on the oor depending on the age of the children. While performing the duties of this job, the employeemay occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. 0 - 12 feet and on occasion up to 20 feet, such as books and supplies orstudent equipment and wheelchairs. Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the averageperson, may need to lift arms to write on chalk or marking board and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch and reach 0 - 24inches and up to 36 inches above the head. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and workoutput of other people. Specic vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten ortyped material and the ability to adjust focus. Hearing ability to monitor activity and presence of students and respondto communication with students and adults is required. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demandsfrom several people and interact with the public and other staff. WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters whileperforming the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will normally work indoors but may be required to be outdoors in unpredictable temperatures to monitorplayground activities, attend programs, eld trips or go from building to building. The noise level in the workenvironment is usually low to moderate but may become loud on occasion. The employee is frequently required tointeract with the public and other staff. The employee may be exposed to physical contact from aggressive students.The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of students. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and isnot an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individualscurrently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. Revised 1/23/20