Elementary Teacher
Nampa School District •Southwest / Boise •Elementary •Not Applicable •Full Time •Posted 1Y ago
About this job
POSITION: Elementary K - 5 TeacherCATEGORY: CertifiedLOCATION: Owyhee ElementaryREPORTS TO: PrincipalSUMMARY: To provide students with a daily and ongoing instructional program that will provide for them the best possible academic knowledge and skills. To help pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued education.VISION: The Nampa School District is seeking an extraordinary school leader for our Elementary Teacher position who is committed to every child’s success.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:• Prepare for assigned classes• Design lessons with an appropriate level of difficulty which provide content in a logical and sequential manner• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the physical limitations of the classroom and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated• Identify pupil needs and provide instruction appropriate to those needs• Analyze and interpret student data to develop and modify instructional activities• Follow modifications and accommodations as specified in Individual Education Plans (IEPs)• Implement the Idaho Core Standards, as well as the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives in lesson plans, classroom instruction, unit planning, and assessments• Devise written and oral assignments and tests that require analytical and critical thinking as well as the reproduction of facts, and use them to evaluate student progress on a regular basis• Prepare students academically for all district, state, and federal testing• Display command of the subject matter• Budget class time effectively• Encourage students to strive to meet their highest potential• Establish and communicate classroom rules, and encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior• Engage children in conversation to encourage language development• Make provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms• Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities• Prepare participatory lesson plans and establish course goals• Demonstrate method and procedure to pupils• Observe and evaluate pupils' work to determine student progress and to make suggestions for improvement• Attend and participate in faculty meetings• Keep immediate supervisor informed of activities and any issues that may arise• Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, curriculum, objectives, and methods• Provide needed and requested information on a timely and effective basis• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records in accordance with applicable federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy• Input data in a timely fashion• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules• Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development by attendance at professional meetings, membership in professional organizations, enrollment in advanced courses, and by reading professional journals and other publications• Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by the Professional Standards Commission and the State Board of Education• Seek assistance should emergencies arise• Represent the school district in a positive manner• Know and follow school district policy and chain of command• Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
$40,742 to $66,078 annually, State of Idaho Insurance and PERSI retirement
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Nampa School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.