4th Grade Teacher

Merrill Area Public School District (MAPS) is seeking a dynamic, passionate and student centered teacher to join our team. As a teacher, you will play a pivotal role in educating and inspiring students to achieve academic success and develop a love for learning. While a literacy background is preferred, candidates with a strong commitment to student growth and achievement in other subject areas are also encouraged to apply.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties as assigned):

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the location and at the times designated.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity, interests, and abilities of students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals and state standards.
• Assesses the academic work and social progress of students on a regular basis, providing progress reports and report card grades as required, and communicating with parents when necessary.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by district policy and law.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Develops a code of conduct for the classroom, which is consistent with established policies and develops rules of classroom behavior, which are enforced in a fair and just manner.
• Plans assignments for and works collaboratively with teacher aides, parent volunteers, and student teachers (when applicable).
• Plans meaningful classroom activities for a substitute in case of absence.
• Maintains an ongoing program of professional growth that aligns with personal expectations, district goals, and state licensure requirements.
• Assists the district in development of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices, which promote student learning.
• Assist in developing and collaborate in implementing student behavior plans, academic goals, and IEP's.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students'' lives and contribute to their academic success and future success. If you are passionate about teaching and learning and possess a literacy background or a strong interest in literacy education, we encourage you to apply.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move around the classroom and school building for extended periods.
• Capacity to bend, crouch, or kneel to interact with students at their level.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to handle teaching materials, operate technology, and use office equipment.
• Visual and auditory ability to read materials, monitor classroom activities, and respond to questions or safety signals.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, such as books, supplies, or small equipment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor''s Degree
• License in Elementary Education
• Emphasis or license in English/ELA preferred
• Strong knowledge of instructional strategies, classroom management, and curriculum design.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills