K-4th Grade Social Studies

Job Description Scholars, Families, and Staff

• Works hard every day to deliver on the promise of an outstanding education for all students
• Cares about others and treats others with respect
• Communicates proactively with team members
• Puts in effort outside of the classroom to build relationships with students and families
• Regularly communicates with parents through phone calls, emails, and notes
• Participates in school committees throughout the academic year

• Deeply understands the grade level standards for the grade/subject
• Differentiates instruction based on student needs
• Modifies long-term plans and unit plans as needed
• Submits weekly lesson plans for feedback and revises once feedback is given
• Designs rigorous daily, weekly and unit assessments
• Has a clear system for tracking student data
• Reteaches content based on data trends as necessary
• Sets and monitors progress on academic goals with students and families
• Approaches instruction with a sense of urgency:
  Every minute counts!
• Organizes and leads field trips
• Views feedback as a welcome opportunity to improve and practice
• Constantly reflects on successes and areas for growth
• Actively participates in summer intensive professional development, and ongoing professional development throughout the school year
• Actively participates in weekly observations and coaching sessions

• Assumes responsibility for student achievement
• Mentions accurate records of attendance, homework, and grades using computerized data systems
• Meets professional responsibilities through efficient work habits
• Participates in the daily functions of the school including morning duty, lunch, recess and dismissal

• Teaching a whole class
• Working with challenging behaviors

• At least two (2) years of Lead teaching experience.
• Strong content knowledge (Louisiana Grade Level Expectations)
• Strong knowledge of behavior management skills and techniques

• Willingness to grow, receptive to feedback
• Strong drive and work ethic
• Strong organizational skills
• Flexible team player, adapts to new/challenging situations

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• A competitive benefits package is also offered including the opportunity to participate in health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement matching.