Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Classroom Responsibilities
Ensure that all children feel affirmed, valued and challenged every day
Create rigorous, engaging unit and daily lesson plans leveraging provided curricula / resources (in most cases)
Infuse core values into daily lessons and every school practice, implementing school-wide student culture systems and positive classroom management strategies
Maintain a productive, organized, safe, neat and focused learning environment
Regularly analyze student work and academic data to adjust lessons, refine curricula and inform instructional practices
Provide necessary accommodations and modifications for growth and success of all students
Maintain accurate student grades / records and strong lines of communication with families regarding students’ growth and progress
Model and implement all school policies within the classroom
Serve as a role model for students
Professional Responsibilities
Take ownership for the development of your craft (meet 1x / 1-2 weeks with an instructional coach, implement feedback, engage in active practice, etc.)
Actively engage in all school-wide professional development
Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team, collaborating with colleagues to tackle common challenges and implement grade-wide
Share candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and school leadership on a regular basis
Embody KPPS core values : Children First, Cultural Competence, Ownership, Community
Enroll in / complete a teacher certification program (if applicable)
School Responsibilities
Attend designated school functions outside of school hours (Back to School Night, Report Card Conferences, Community Events, etc.)
Contribute to the planning and execution of all school-wide events
Develop strong relationships with the families of students through home visits, participation in school events and phone calls home
Perform necessary support duties including (but not limited to) bus, lunch, and dismissal duties
Chaperone field lessons / field trips
Additional responsibilities may arise during the school year. They will be communicated to all employees with as much notice and flexibility as possible.
Adhere to standard staff hours. See 24-25 staff hours see below : 7 : 45am-4 : 00pm
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