K-4th Grade Social Studies

Scholars, Families, and Staff:

• Works hard every day to deliver on the promise of an outstanding education for all students

• Cares about others and treats others with respect

• Communicates proactively with team members

• Puts in effort outside of the classroom to build relationships with students and families

• Regularly communicates with parents through phone calls, emails, and notes

• Participates in school committees throughout the academic year

Instructional Delivery:

• Deeply understands the grade level standards for the grade/subject

• Differentiates instruction based on student needs

• Modifies long term plans and unit plans as needed

• Submits weekly lesson plans for feedback and revises once feedback is given

• Designs rigorous daily, weekly and unit assessments

• Has a clear system for tracking student data

• Reteaches content based on data trends as necessary

• Sets and monitors progress on academic goals with students and families

• Approaches instruction with a sense of urgency: Every minute counts!

• Organizes and leads field trips

Constant Learning:

• Views feedback as a welcome opportunity to improve and practice

• Constantly reflects on successes and areas for growth

• Actively participates in summer intensive professional development, and ongoing professional development throughout the school year

• Actively participates in weekly observations and coaching sessions

Personal Organization and Responsibilities:

• Assumes responsibility for student achievement

• Maintains accurate records of attendance, homework, and grades using computerized data systems

• Meets professional responsibilities through efficient work habits

• Participates in the daily functions of the school including morning duty, lunch, recess and dismissal

Qualified applicants will have experience 

• Teaching a whole class

• Working with challenging behaviors

Well qualified applicants will have 

• At least two (2) years of Lead teaching experience.

• Strong content knowledge (Louisiana Grade Level Expectations)

• Strong knowledge of behavior management skills and techniques

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree – Required

• Willingness to grow, receptive to feedback
• Strong drive and work ethic
• Strong organizational skills

•This position requires someone who is flexible, a team player, and easily adapts to new/challenging situations.

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary based on experience.

A competitive benefits package is also offered [including the opportunity to participate in health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement matching].