Position Number: 002018 Department: College of Education (Col) Employment Type: Permanent - Full-time Months Per Year: 10 Essential Duties and Responsibilities: + Develops lesson plans and instructional materials using evidence-based teaching strategies to meet the needs of diverse populations and are aligned to the mission/vision of the school. + Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests, including students with disabilities and limited English proficiencies. + Observes and assesses students’ performance, behavior, social development and physical health on a regular basis to appropriately meet student needs; provides reports to inform families of student progress. + Engages in collaborative data-driven discussions to make informed decisions about teaching and learning for the grade level, class, small groups, and individual students. + Provides appropriate instruction for students to meet individual needs. + Instructs students individually and in groups during the instructional time, using a variety of teaching methods. + Encourages and facilitates the work of other staff members in a collaborative, supportive environment. + Establishes and maintains a developmentally appropriate, positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment. + Communicates with parents in a timely manner; maintains positive and constructive communication with students, staff, parents and community. + Demonstrates a capacity for cultivating culturally and linguistically inclusive and responsive relationships among students, colleagues, and parents. + Designs and implements environmental modifications and management procedures which proactively address student behavioral expectations across all settings. + Maintains attendance records as required by the school. + Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops as required by the position. + Follows a plan for professional development and demonstrates evidence of growth. + Performs any other duties as assigned by Administration. Minimum Experience / Education: + Bachelor’s degree (or will obtain before start date) + Some elementary experience, including student teaching Preferred Education Skills and Experience: + Master’s degree + 2-3 years of elementary, K-5 experience. + Knowledge of the science of reading. + Evidence of skill working with at-risk student populations. + Knowledge of social-emotional learning.