Grade 2

Overview

Grade 2 elementary teacher role at Hillsborough County Public Schools. The Elementary Teacher is responsible for the instruction of designated content area(s)/course(s) in a classroom setting within an elementary school.

• Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s)/course(s) assigned in accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.
• Creates a positive educational climate for students to learn in an atmosphere of respect and rapport.
• Creates and delivers relevant and rigorous lessons that maximize student engagement and achievement.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds to meet the individual needs of students.
• Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards, monitors student assessment data, and maintains student grades and attendance.
• Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management strategies and disciplinary procedures as needed.
• Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and encourages parental involvement.
• Takes all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of students and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, and data.
• Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours as required.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is expected as part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

• Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:
  Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary Education Required.
• Language Skills:
  Reads, analyzes, and interprets documents; responds to inquiries; writes speeches and presents to managers, the public, and school board.
• Mathematical Skills:
  Works with mathematical concepts and applies fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability:
  Solves practical problems and interprets various instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Computer Skills:
  Microsoft Office.

• Physical
  
  Activities:
  
  Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.
• Lifting Demands:
  Up to 10 pounds.
• Reaching
  
  Activities:
  
  Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.
• Environmental Conditions:
  
  Noise Level – moderate.

• All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline.
• Equal opportunity employer statement and veteran preferences are noted in district policies.
• Note:
  
  School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political beliefs, or disability.

Salary Schedules and additional district information are available at the district website.