LISA Springdale Elementary Science Teacher 4-5

Position Purpose

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 progress/activities/outcomes; 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.

Essential Functions

Develops and administers the school's elementary curriculum consistent with the school district's goals and objectives.

Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small-group instruction, as well as student learning.

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction

Conducts 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.

Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the eSchool system.

Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research.

Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids, and other supplies and equipment, and maintains inventory records.

Supervises students in activities that take place outside the classroom during the school day, including those involving school transportation.

Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.