Classroom Teacher Under the general supervision of the School Principal to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum documenting teaching and student progressactivitiesoutcomes addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible safe and optimal learning environment and providing feedback to students parents and administration regarding student progress expectations goals etc.SALARY View Teachers Salary Scale Commensurate with certification and experience based on the Wicomico County Salary Scale for Teachers..HoursFull time 10-month position 190 contract days.Contract Unit This position is part of the Unit I Certificated bargaining unit.FLSA ExemptQualifications Eligibility for the Maryland State Department of Education teaching certificate with the proper endorsement. IMPORTANT NOTE for Out-of-State Applicants Out-of-state applicants can request a Professional Eligibility Certificate PEC if they hold a valid out-of-state certificate. For certification requirements please refer to the Maryland State Department of Education certification webpage. For Maryland testing requirements please check the ETS website.Knowledge of subject matter and appropriate instructional methodologies.Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing using the English language when deemed necessary.Exemplary organizational and planning skills.Demonstrated leadership and personal qualities necessary to work effectively with students parents and administrators.Essential FunctionsDevelops and administers curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning.Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instructionConducts ongoing assessment of student learning and modifies instructional methods to fit individual students needs including students with special needs conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.Encourages parental involvement in students education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.Ensures that student conduct conforms with the schools standards and school district policies and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.Note The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.