Dayton Elementary Elementary 6th Grade Teacher

Dayton Elementary 6th Grade Teacher 2025/26 – Dayton, NV

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Salary: $49,888 – $89,541 annually (Employer‑paid retirement, dependent upon previous experience).

Term: 9 months (185/189 days).

Position Summary: The teacher will implement daily student instruction with curriculum based on Nevada Academic Content State Standards and LCSD‑approved curriculum. The teacher will create and maintain an educational atmosphere that encourages effective student learning and supports school and district programs and goals. Expected to adhere to LCSD Professional Standards and report directly to the school site administrator.

• Administer appropriate district curriculum aligned with Nevada State Standards and/or Common Core State Standards.
• Ensure opportunity for all students to learn in a respectful environment.
• Create and maintain a positive, orderly, and academically focused instructional environment.
• Develop and implement effective lessons using the LCSD lesson plan template.
• Analyze student progress and provide individualized instruction and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with special services such as IEPs and other related mandates.
• Provide classroom management and discipline that ensures safety at all times.
• Actively contribute to the School Performance Plan (SPP) process.
• Ensure compliance with assessment regulations and guidelines at all times.
• Develop a classroom climate that promotes positive learning conditions.
• Maintain professional collaboration with administration, staff, parents, and community.
• Integrate technology into instructional programs, curriculum, and lessons.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in the student software system (e.g., Infinite Campus).
• Participate in other job‑related duties and activities as assigned.
• Maintain regular and consistent punctuality and attendance.

• Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability to provide instruction in an elementary classroom.
• Work cooperatively with students, parents, peers, administration, and community members.
• Guide learning toward achievement of curriculum and student goals.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with objectives.
• Collaborate with other faculty and staff.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law and district policy.
• Continuously improve professional competence through ongoing education and in‑service.
• Communicate professionally and effectively in written, oral, and non‑verbal terms.
• Perform other job‑related duties as may be assigned by the site administrator/supervisor.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

Must possess or be able to acquire a Nevada teaching license issued by the Nevada Department of Education and be certified in the relevant subject area. When applying for a certificated licensed position, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications listed on the vacancy announcement.

Physical and mental requirements include strength, dexterity, coordination, and vision to use keyboard and video terminals, bend, stoop, sit, stand for long periods, lift lightweight items, operate educational technology devices. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Classroom and administrative settings, exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, crowded environments, classroom furniture, playground/office equipment, communicable diseases, chemicals, and power equipment may be encountered.

The Lyon County School District is an equal opportunity employer and will not knowingly discriminate in any area of employment. Individuals with a disability who require reasonable accommodation should notify Human Resources.