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Fourth Grade Teacher

Wichita Public Schools

Wichita, KS

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SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Calendar Management, Conferences, Copying Machines, Customer Support/Service, Document Scanners, Educational Methods, Emergency Response, Fax Machines, Information Technology & Information Systems, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Outlook, Needs Assessment, Office Equipment, Order Management, Pedagogy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Primary School, Regulations, School Buildings, Special Education, Testing, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Wichita, KS
POSTED
6 days ago
Job Title: Fourth Grade Teacher

Position Function: Teaches and facilitates learning and maintains academic progress, discipline, and records for students in grades K-5. Works with parents and students to provide and implement classroom education to meet theneeds of all students.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:
  • Instructs and motivates students in all course study
  • Collaborates and communicates with staff to meet the educational needs of students
  • Assign lessons and correct homework
  • Administers tests to evaluate student progress, record results, and inform parents of progress
  • Maintains discipline in the classroom
  • Maintains a classroom that is conducive to learning, safe, and stimulating
  • Communicates with parents/guardians and schedule periodic meetings to discuss student progress and/or problems
  • Works with Special Education teacher to ensure appropriate modifications are being implemented in the classroom
  • Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops
  • Prepares classroom instructions to promote students' success on state assessment exams
  • Observes, enforces and is directed by the policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the school district


Additional Duties: Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

Equipment: Must be able to use basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use.

Travel: Limited travel may be required.

Physical and Mental Demands:
  • As outlined in on-site job analysis for Elementary Teacher
  • Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations
  • Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Work in school building environments


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy
  • Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
  • Ability to maintain a classroom of approximately 20 students
  • Ability and patience to work interactively with students
  • Skill in organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to deliver teaching instruction in accordance with improved curriculum and standards
  • Excellent skills in verbal and written communication
  • Ability to understand the individual needs of each student
  • Ability to effectively use Microsoft Outlook and the student information system


Interrelations:
  • Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
  • Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks
  • Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
  • Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
  • Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service


Employee Punctuality and Appearance:
  • In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
  • Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator
  • All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position


Qualification Profile:
  • Valid Kansas teaching license in Elementary Education (K-9) or Elementary Education or (K-6) Elementary Education Unified (K-6) required
  • Classroom teaching experience preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree required


FLSA Status: Exempt

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