5th Grade Teacher

Purpose Statement

The job of Elementary Classroom Teacher is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the educational process with specific responsibilities for developing student growth in academic and interpersonal skills; implementing district‑approved curriculum; addressing specific educational needs of individual students; supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established District curriculum guidelines;

collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress. This job reports to Assigned Administrator.

The job of Elementary Classroom Teacher is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the educational process with specific responsibilities for developing student growth in academic and interpersonal skills; implementing district‑approved curriculum; addressing specific educational needs of individual students; supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established District curriculum guidelines;

collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress. This job reports to Assigned Administrator.

Adapts classroom work for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans for ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Administers tests and learning assessments (e.g. standardized testing and individual testing, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring assessments are in accordance with District testing programs. Advises parents and legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations;

student’s achievements; developing methods for improvement and reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment. Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and goals (e.g. curriculum testing covering writing, science, math, history, communication; modification of instructional methods to fit individual student needs, including students with special needs; counseling students; individual instruction and small group instruction, etc.) for the purpose of improving performance, problem solving techniques and a variety of personal issues.

Circulates throughout the classroom for the purpose of monitoring student progress/performance. Collaborates with other elementary instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources (e.g. committee meetings, departmental meetings, etc.) for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, ensuring effective parental communication, and achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.

Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual student requirements. Develops elementary public‑school objectives and lesson plans focusing on all content (e.g. lesson plans that meet state required standards and create a foundation for General Education learning goals, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring student learning. Directs student teachers, paraprofessionals, volunteers and student workers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students.

Manages student behavior (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, school transportation, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring conformance with school standards and District policies, providing a safe and optimal learning environment. Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom,…