Job Description
Job Description
Position : Lower School Teacher (Elementary)
Department : Curriculum and Instruction
Supervisor(s) : Lower School Principal
POSITION SUMMARY :
Under the guidance of the Lower School Principal, the Lower School Teacher will implement the educational
curriculum in one or more academic subjects appropriate for K-8 school students, using New York State Learning
Standards to guide and encourage students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
PRIMARY DUTIES :
- Create lesson and unit plans to teach students a subject, utilizing the state standards and curriculum.
- Develop and Implement a solid motivating curriculum for K-8 students.
- Modify lesson plans and materials to suit students’ current learning levels.
- Effectively integrate technology into the classroom (Schoology and Google)
- Develop teaching and learning materials for use in class, including lesson plans, exams and homework, homework and projects, and assignments that use all student skills.
- Maintain relationships with families and legal guardians of students to keep them informed of their child’s progress.
- Work with students individually to help them overcome specific learning challenges.
- Supervise students outside the classroom for example, during recess, field trips, or school-related events.
- Monitor and track student progress and issue grades.
- Knowledge of IEPs and Career Transition Plan
- Work collaboratively with other teachers and administrators, including related service providers, to regularly provide individualized support for each student regularly.
- Collaborate with other teachers to share best practices and provide meaningful feedback regularly.
- Support the school’s Strategic Planning initiatives with an emphasis on culture. Demonstrate a commitment to the school’s vision, purpose, and mission.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
- Ability and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices.
- Compassionate and Passionate; Results-driven and goal oriented
- Excellent classroom management skills. Provide positive behavior intervention with support.
- Effective interpersonal communication skills with colleagues, parents, and students
- Knowledge of subject matter
- American Sign Language (ASL) proficiency
- Knowledge of child cognitive development and various learning styles
- Prior knowledge of Thinking Maps and Schoology
- Strong Google Suite skills preferred.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
- Master’s degree in Deaf Education or related field.
- New York State Teaching Certification.
- Prior experience working with deaf students strongly preferred
SECURITY CLEARANCE :
Required clearances include medical clearance, fingerprinted by the NYC Board of Ed, SCR, and SEL clearance
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
- Must have the ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
Available : September 2024
30+ days ago