Grade 5​/ELA

Overview

Grade 5/ELA 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 in order 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 invoking appropriate disciplinary procedures.
• 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.

• Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary
• Education Required
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Reads, analyzes, and interprets documents; responds to inquiries; writes and presents clearly
• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
  Works with math concepts and applies fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions
• Reasoning Ability:
  Solves practical problems and interprets instructions
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Microsoft Office

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

All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline. Applicants must have an active application and receive an active notification from the Application Center to be considered or interviewed for any posted position. Policy notes:
School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age. The district may provide eligibility preferences for veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

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This description may include links to salary schedules and related resources. Salary schedules are available at the district website.