Elementary (3rd Grade)

USD 505 Chetopa - Saint Paul

Job Description

Classification:                        Certified

Job Category:                        Teacher

FLSA:                                     Exempt

Elementary Teacher (K-5)

Chetopa - Saint Paul USD 505 is accepting applications for an elementary teacher on the Saint Paul Campus. Applicants must be appropriately endorsed or be eligible to obtain the appropriate endorsement to teach this position.  If you have questions, contact Craig Bagshaw. The district would consider helping tp pay any penalties if an applicant is currently under contract. Please send resume and completed application to 430 Elm Street Chetopa, KS 67336 Application: https://www.usd505.org/employment-forms.html

Qualifications:                      *Current Kansas Teaching Certificate with endorsement

appropriate to the assignment on file with USD 505 Superintendent Craig Bagshaw cbagshaw@usd505.org       

*Health certificate on file with Board Clerk Terri Ross   tross@usd505.org         

                                              *Highly Qualified according to state of Kansa requirements

Reports To:                             Building Principal

Supervises:                             Students K-5

BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSE

To provide meaningful and engaging instruction that will allow each student to achieve his or her highest potential.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

            The physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.        

            The employee performing the duties of this position is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, hear, bend, stoop, and reach.  The employee may be occasionally required to manually lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds.  The employee is required to interact with staff and meet the demands of several different people.  The employee is responsible for the work output of others.  The employee occasionally works extended hours.  Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

CRITICAL SKILLS

• Maintain a professional, regular attendance schedule.
• Work constructively and cooperatively with others.
• Respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner.
• Manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines.
• Ability to access, input, and retrieves information from a computer.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.
• Respect the chain of command when issues arise.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

            #.  Planning and preparation based upon students needs.

                        Demonstrate knowledge of pedagogy, content, and students.

                        Select instructional goals.

                        Demonstrate knowledge of resources.

                        Assess student learning using appropriate measures.

            #.  Classroom Environment

                        Create a classroom environment of respect and rapport.       

                        Establish a culture for learning.

                        Establish and maintain classroom procedures.

                        Establish expectations for and manage student behaviors.

                        Organize space for learning.

            #.  Instruction based upon state standards, district curriculum, and student.

                        needs.

                        Communicate clearly and accurately.

                        Use a variety of instructional strategies and techniques.

                        Engage students in learning.

                        Provide timely feedback to students.

                        Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to student needs.

            #.  Professional responsibilities

                        Follow contractual responsibilities.

                        Engage in reflective practice.

                        Maintain accurate records.

                        Communicate with families.

                        Engage in professional development activities.

                        Maintain appropriate licensure.

                        Collaborate with others to achieve a common goal.                 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in staff, committee, and team meetings, assist in early recognition and prevention of educational problems.
• Obtain instructional resources and materials through processes outlined by the Principal and/or the Curriculum Director.
• Keep informed regarding new technologies that facilitate and support student learning.
• Communicate clearly and accurately with administrators, staff, parents, students, and support agencies.
• Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics, and state, and federal laws.
• Participate as a team member in the comprehensive evaluation, review, and re-evaluation process.
• Attend/assist with school events; organize/supervise field trips.
• Strive to communicate the positive aspects of our school program to the public in word and deed.
• Uphold and enforce Board policies, administrative procedures, school rules, and federal and state regulations including but not limited to:

Consolidated Plan for Federal Programs

Acceptable use of technology

Sexual and racial harassment

Child abuse reporting

Why USD 505?

Loan Forgiveness

Tuition Assistance

4 Day School Week

Opportunity to teach using Blended/Personalized Learning

Small class size

Full single insurance

Personalized Professional Development

Competitive Salary Schedules

Greenbush Consortium Member

Chetopa - St. Paul USD 505