Elementary Teacher Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

An Elementary Teacher, or Elementary School Teacher, is responsible for teaching fundamental subjects to children in grades K-5. Their duties include creating lesson plans, grading homework and tests and answering questions from students.

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Elementary Teacher Duties and Responsibilities

Elementary Teachers should be able to manage a classroom, communicate and teach one or more subjects clearly and effectively and follow school procedures. They are responsible for monitoring each student’s progress and providing extra mentorship to those who need it. They should also enforce school rules and encourage good student behavior in and out of the classroom. Other Elementary Teacher duties include:

  • Giving and grading assignments, homework and tests
  • Helping students prepare for standardized testing
  • Overseeing students during recess, lunch and other activities
  • Talking to parents about their children’s progress
  • Meeting and working with other teachers and supervisors to discuss school policies
  • Working some evenings and weekends to create lesson plans and grade assignments

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Example 1

You are an elementary teacher rock star. You believe in the power of authentic literacy. Teaching is not just your career it is your passion. Lake County schools is looking for someone like you.

We are currently searching for elementary teaching superstars for kindergarten, third and fifth grade positions at several of our schools. We are the 19th largest public school district in the state of Florida, serving approximately 43,000 students across 50 sites. We started as a small district and have experienced rapid growth over the last few years. Located less than an hour north of Orlando area attractions, we have become an ideal location for those seeking a relaxed vibe with city amenities. Join our team and experience what it’s like to have strong community support in a growing district.

Requirements:

Must possess or be eligible for a Florida teaching certification in Elementary Education (K-6).

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Benefits:

· Up to 26 years of salary credit given

· Supplemental pay for advanced degrees, critical shortage areas leadership roles and Title I schools

· CareHere Wellness Center provides primary care services and most prescriptions at NO COST to covered employees

· Choice of 10 ½ month or 12 month pay

· School choice for dependents

· Supportive teacher mentors

· Close proximity to Orlando (under an hour)

· Staff development Opportunities

· Centralized location- easy access to both coasts and theme parks

· Hometown feeling with city amenities

· Strong family oriented communities

· No state income tax

· Pension plans and investment plans available

· Variety of employee insurance offerings

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44,750.00 - $59,800.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
    Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

    Education:
  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

    Experience:
  • Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

    License/Certification:
  • Elementary Education Eligibility or Certification Location: One location
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    Example 2

    Do you have a passion to work with underserved students?

    Have you been thinking about getting your LSB1??

    Are you looking to work in a smaller classroom setting?

    SPEDxchange is currently in search of certified Teachersfor a Therapeutic Day School. This position is a full-time opportunity that offers excellent benefits & pay, lots of hands-on training, and a small classroom size setting.

    Location: East Garfield Park(W Chicago)
    Position TITLE: 3 openings, Elementary, Middle and HS
    Subject AREA: All subjects
    Duration: Full-Time, in-person
    Salary RANGE: $53,000+ ($53,000+ base, plus a bonus)

    Our Ideal Candidate:

  • Lives in IL, close to Chicagoland area
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Must have a valid IL Teaching certification(all subject areas welcome in secondary education)
  • Learning Behavior Specialist endorsement is a plus(have to be willing to enroll when you start if you are not certified AND the school will pay for you to go back to school )
  • Experience working with students’ severe behavioral issues
  • Ability to remain calm and organized in a fast-paced work environment.

    How you Will Spend Your Day:

  • Instructing students with severe behavioral issues in all academic subjects
  • Students range from 9th to 12th grade and there are no more than 8 students per classroom.
  • Preparing and adapting materials for use in the classroom; maintaining classrooms and materials in good order.
  • Supervising students, in groups or individually, monitoring behavior to ensure that it aligns with programmatic expectations.
  • Providing educational direction and counseling for students at times of confusion, frustration, & emotional upset.
  • Developing and updating IEP goals and progress for students on assigned caseload.
  • Monitoring credits and courses required for graduation for students on assigned caseload; prepare assignments; grade assignments; prepare reports.
  • Contacting student’s parents in case of a crisis, emergency, and for general feedback on progress with administrative approval.
  • Presenting information at staff members, staff meetings, and to clinical staff regarding academic, behavioral, and/or social progress.
  • Informing clinical staff of social, emotional, or behavioral concerns of students.
  • Implementing and maintain behavior program policies and data.
  • Coordinating and communicating with other staff members in order to ensure consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.
  • Supervising teaching assistants and individual aides.
  • Have awareness of all students in the program in order to ensure consistent application of the academic therapeutic program.
  • Maintaining the confidentiality of students and student records.
  • Attending all staff meetings and in-service training as requested.
  • Reporting any unusual incidents or safety concerns to the administration.
  • Supporting and promote administrative policies and goals

    Why connect withSPEDxchange*?*

  • It’s FREE - we work to connect you with rewarding opportunities in school districts of all sizes at no cost to you.
  • SPEDxchange is your inside connection to unadvertised opportunities that you would otherwise miss out on.
  • We can be used as a vital resource for you; whether that be our job board, scholarship opportunities, teacher “giveaways” and more.

    Know a friend who would be a great fit? Feel free to send us their resume as well!

    For more information about SPEDxchange and our other resources, please visit our website at[website]*.*

    Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regretfully can only respond to those candidates who best meet the requirements of a specific position or whose backgrounds are generally applicable to our client base. Please rest assured that we retain all candidate information for possible future matches, even if you do not hear from us in regard to your application in response to this ad.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
    Supplemental Pay:
  • Bonus pay

    COVID-19 considerations:
    The school is in-person.

    Education:
  • Bachelor's (Required)

    Experience:
  • Teaching: 1 year (Required)

    License/Certification:
  • Teaching Certification Location: One location
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    Example 3

    Posting
    Elementary Teacher (Grade 4)
    Mullen Hall School
    2021-2022 School Year

    *
    Job Goals: *As a teacher leader in the classroom you will plan and teach highly effective lessons, work as part of a grade level and curricular team and develop high leverage relationships with students and families. Implement strategies to support all learners by having a deep understanding of principles and concepts important for teaching elementary school mathematics; life sciences, theories of cognitive, social, emotional, and language development from childhood through adolescence.

    *
    Qualifications: *

  • DESE MA Elementary 1-6.
  • SEI endorsement, preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree preferred.
  • Experience teaching at appropriate level preferred.
  • Such other alternatives as the Superintendent of Schools may deem acceptable and appropriate.

    Responsibilities:

  • Develop daily and long-range plans for each course taught relating them to the needs of the children.
  • Implement a variety of teaching techniques to ensure student achievement and engagement.
  • Offer learning activities that take into consideration the individual differences in children (implement strategies for Special Needs and English Language Learners).
  • Exercise appropriate classroom control that helps children grow in their ability to become self-disciplined and able to accept reasonable external control.
  • Manage effectively the routines of classroom operations and maintain, with student help an attractive and healthful classroom.
  • Develop and implement curriculum objectives based on the learning standards of the curriculum frameworks.
  • Evaluate classroom activities on a daily and long-range basis in respect to educational goals.
  • Foster warm, close, yet productive relationships with students and pleasant, cooperative relationships with staff members and parents.
  • Utilize knowledge of the significant theories, practices, and programs for developing reading skills and reading comprehension.
  • Development of a listening, speaking, and reading vocabulary among students
  • Implement theories on the relationships between beginning writing and reading
  • Implement theories of first and second language acquisition and development
  • Develop lessons and implement them to support the writing process and formal elements of writing and composition
  • Assume necessary supervisory responsibilities when required.
  • Cooperate with principal and/or staff in extra-curricular activities.
  • Such other responsibilities as may from time to time be assigned by the Principal.

    Salary: In accordance with FEA contract.

    *
    Application:
  • Please apply until filled to:

    [website]

    #MH- ElemTeach 22-2 Lori Duerr, Ed.D, Superintendent of Schools

    *
    Internal Posting START DATE: 12/15/2021*

    E.O.E.
    The School Committee affirms a policy which guarantees equal employment opportunity in the recruitment, application, selection, compensation, retention, transfer, promotion, benefits, work assignment and career progression process without discrimination for reasons of individual's race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, ancestry, citizenship, military status, sexual orientation, disability or genetic Type: Full-time
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    Example 4

    About Bromley East Charter School:Since 2001, Bromley East Charter School has actively promoted choice, critical thinking, problem-solving, and character development of the whole child, enabling students to achieve academic excellence in a safe environment. Our academic excellence is promoted by our thorough and demanding curricula, the high expectations of our teachers, and the culture which supports choice, critical thinking, problem-solving, and character development.

    About the Position:Position will start as soon as possible. Bromley East Charter school is seeking a 1st grade teacher that will serve as a collaborative team member who inspires students and prepares high-quality, engaging instruction on a daily basis.

    Salary Range:

    Commensurate with experience and education

    $36,500 (entry level)-$61,275.82 (Master’s Degree with 11 years of experience)

    Benefits:
  • Medical (2 plan options through United Health Care - PPO & HDHP)
  • Dental (2 plan options offered through SunLife)
  • Vision insurance - VSP
  • Health Savings Plan ($2,400 employer contribution per year)
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • 401(k), 403(b), 457, Roth IRA’s
  • Paid time off & sick leave beginning day one
  • AFLAC voluntary benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Colorado PERA retirement plan

    A qualified candidate is someone who:
  • Holds a bachelor’s degree and current Colorado K - 3 or K - 6 teaching license.
  • Has strong skills in Understanding By Design to aid in course development.
  • Builds a positive classroom community and culture containing structures to support student-centered collaborative learning, high expectations, and accountability.
  • Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicates those objectives to students.
  • Monitors student progress toward academic and social growth objectives. Provides support to move students toward or beyond objectives.
  • Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Communicates in a proactive and positive manner with all stakeholders.
  • Has strong skills with technology including Google apps/platform and online learning
  • Has familiarity with iPads and ability to manage student use with a 1:1 technology program.
  • Plans and supervises class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guides students in learning from those activities.
  • Maintains accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
  • Confers with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic needs.
  • Fully participates in building directed planning, professional learning, committees, and staff meetings, collaborates with colleagues and seeks continuous improvement.
  • Will be fully committed to the implementation of the Leader In Me Program and 7 Habits.
  • Enforces all administration policies and rules governing students.

    Minimum Education, Training AND Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Valid Colorado teaching license issued by the Colorado Department of Education
  • Meets the READ Act training requirements set by the State Board of Education
  • Student teaching at the elementary level for at least one semester
  • Classroom experience preferred

    COVID-19 Considerations/Precautions:

  • Temporarily remote due to COVID-19

  • Remote interview process

  • Virtual meetings

  • Sanitizing, disinfecting, and other cleaning procedures in place

  • Temperature checks & health screening for all staff and students

  • Personal protective equipment provided and required

  • Social distancing guidelines in place

    Application Instructions:

    Bromley East Charter School actively seeks applications from the most capable, professional candidates. Please use our online application when applying for this position.

    On-line application found at [website]

    About Bromley East Charter School:

    Please visit our school website at [website]

    Bromley East Charter School is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $36,500.00 - $61,275.82 per year

    Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

    Education:
  • Bachelor's (Required)

    Experience:
  • elementary teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

    License/Certification:
  • Elementary Education License Location: One location
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    What does an Elementary Teacher do?

    Elementary Teachers work for elementary schools to teach children about a variety of subjects, including math, science, English or language arts and history. They adhere to state and local curriculum requirements to create lesson plans for specific grade-levels. Their job is to create a daily schedule for their students, use whiteboards or similar equipment to write examples and draw diagrams to aid their students’ understanding and discipline students if necessary. They may also be responsible for tutoring students individually or in small groups when they need additional help to learn about a subject.

    Elementary Teacher Skills and Qualifications

    A successful Elementary Teacher will understand the basic subjects taught in grade school and be comfortable teaching classes to grades 1 through 6. Teachers should also understand childhood development and be able to communicate effectively with children ages 5 through 12. They will also need other skills to succeed, including:

    • The patience to teach children of all levels and backgrounds
    • The ability to communicate in ways students will understand, as well as with parents and administrators
    • Confidence speaking in front of groups and enforcing classroom rules
    • The creativity to create engaging lesson plans and inspire students to learn
    • The physical and mental stamina to keep up with high-energy grade school students

    Elementary Teacher Salary Expectations

    Elementary Teachers earn, on average, $19.04 an hour. Typical salaries may vary, depending on years of experience, geographic location and school type (whether it is public or private).

    Elementary Teacher Education and Training Requirements

    Elementary Teachers typically have a bachelor’s degree in elementary education, early childhood development or a similar field. They might also have a degree or specialization in a certain topic, such as math or English. If an Elementary Teacher has not received an education-related bachelor’s degree, they might complete a teacher education program or work under the supervision of another teacher to gain experience.

    Requirements vary by state, but nearly all Elementary Teachers must have a license or certification to teach in their state of residence. They might need to take professional development courses throughout their careers to keep their licenses. Most Elementary teachers do not need an advanced degree such as a master’s.

    Elementary Teacher Experience Requirements

    Elementary Teachers can start teaching students as soon as they get their bachelor’s degree and state certification. Many Elementary Teachers will have taught alongside an experienced teacher before getting their own classroom. Once they have gained this experience and become certified, Elementary Teachers might specialize in an individual grade or subject or teach different grades and subjects every school year. Successful Elementary Teachers might attend conferences or take professional development classes to improve their teaching methods and learn new technologies. Experienced Elementary Teachers can become lead teachers at a school.

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    Frequently asked questions about Elementary Teachers

     

    What is the difference between an Elementary Teacher and a Secondary Teacher?

    The difference between an Elementary Teacher and a Secondary Teacher is the age groups they teach and their degree titles that qualify them to work with those age groups. For example, Elementary Teachers have a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, which enables them to go on to teach kindergarten through sixth grade. In individual states, this degree does allow teachers to work with students in seventh and eighth grade. In contrast, Secondary Teachers should have a bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education that enables them to teach grades six through 12.

     

    What are the daily duties of an Elementary Teacher?

    On a typical day, an Elementary Teacher arrives at their classroom an hour before the start of the school day. They use this time to grade assignments, set up work stations or review lesson plans for the day. They greet students as they arrive to the classroom and make sure everyone puts their belongings in their cubbies. They may also pass out fun warm-up activities or allow students to have free time while they wait for everyone to arrive. After morning announcements, they review the day’s schedule with their students and collect homework assignments from the previous day.

    Throughout the day, they devote set times to math, science, English and history. During lunch, they tidy up the classroom, prepare for afternoon lessons and catch up on grading. Before dismissal, they pass out homework assignments and answer questions. They also spend a few hours after school grading papers and preparing for the next day’s activities.

     

    What qualities make a good Elementary Teacher?

    A good Elementary Teacher is someone who loves kids and has a passion for teaching. They’re well-organized, which enables them to maintain a detailed grade book and makes it easy for them to find graded materials and assignment sheets. They should also have a personable nature that makes their students feel comfortable and they should have a degree of patience to help students overcome learning difficulties. Further, a good Elementary Teacher should also have a passion for learning, which motivates them to pursue continued education in a variety of subjects. This also helps them adapt to curriculum changes.

     

    Who does an Elementary Teacher report to?

    Elementary Teachers typically report to their school’s Assistant Principle with student concerns, curriculum ideas and other situations that require additional assistance. In certain schools, Elementary Teachers may report to a Head Teacher at their grade level for more trivial questions and concerns.

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