Early Elementary Teacher (Grades K-3)

To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education, in accordance with each pupil’s ability; to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members. The position requires 180 work days, spread throughout the year.

1.Teaches District approved curriculum.

2.Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.

3.Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations andprocedures of the school district.

4.Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

5.Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

6.Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of thelocation provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

7.Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls,conferences and other ways that meet the needs of the parents.

8.Establishes and maintains reasonable standards and procedures for pupil behavior to achieve an effective learningatmosphere.

9.Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps accurate records and prepares progress reports.

10.Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.

11.Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.

12.Plans and coordinates the work of parapros, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.

13.Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of student’swork.

Minimum Qualifications

1.Four year degree from an accredited teacher preparation program.

2.Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate in area of study required.

3.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Desirable Qualifications

1.Experience in an urban environment.

2.Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program.

3.Ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities ofstudents to whom assigned.

4.Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents.

5.Strong in oral and written communication.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises classroom, students, student aids, parent helpers or other volunteers

1.Ability to read, analyze and interpret manuals and regulations.

2.Ability to write lesson plans, reports and correspondence.

3.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of students, parents, supervisorsand general public.

Mathematical Skills

1.Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.

2.Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

1.Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limitedstandardization exists.

2.Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

3.Ability to organize and interpret an extensive variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or scheduleform.

4.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Therequirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

5.Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Other Skills and Abilities

1.Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program.

2.Ability to plan and implement lessons based on school, district and state curriculum objectives and with theneeds of individual students to whom assigned.

3.Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, parents and supervisors; skill in oral andwritten communication.

4.Ability to operate a computer and related software.

5.Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.

6.Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day.

Please apply online at www.kalamazoopublicschools.com or in person at

1220 Howard Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49008.

Kalamazoo Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer