Teach Iowa Hiring for Elementary Teacher Job at Osceola, IA Full Time

Clarke Community School District is seeking to fill an Elementary Teacher. A current Iowa teaching license and appropriate endorsements are required for this position or willing to obtain.

Coaching opportunities are available

Knowledge/Skills

• Able to communicate information and ideas both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Able to work independently and/or as a team to complete tasks and meet goals
• Able to prioritize, organize and accomplish assigned work
• Such alternative to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, evaluate and revise curricula, course content, course materials and methods of instruction in line with the Iowa Core and district curriculum.
• Contribute to the selection of materials and supplies while implementing designated curriculum.
• Employ a variety of instructional methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Provide effective, developmentally appropriate and differentiated instruction for diverse learners.
• Assess the accomplishment of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Promote student engagement in order to inspire and encourage progress while supporting and strengthening the learning capabilities of each student.
• Supervise students’ work, evaluate and grade student performance, assignments and progress.
• Follow professional practices consistent with school policies in working with students, students’ records, parents and/or colleges.
• Maintain a professional demeanor in dealings with parents and students.
• Assist administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence; stay abreast of developments in the field.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development and serves on committees as required or requested.
• Maintain accurate, complete and appropriate records and files.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Make provisions for being available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Provide adequate information, plans and material for substitute teachers.
• Have regular and reliable attendance.
• Act as an advisor to student organizations.
• Conducts lessons in a classroom setting.
• Maintain and implement student IEP.
• Work collaboratively with the AEA/LEA staff to ensure appropriate supports are in place.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/MENTAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Capable of standing for long periods of time while instructing
• Able to work with interruptions during a work shift
• Tobacco and substance free environment
• Must provide certification of good health prior to employment

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work year to be determined in accordance with provisions of the Agreement between CCEA and CCSD.