JOB SUMMARY:

Elementary teachers in our three K-4 elementary schools and one 5-6 elementary school support Shelton School District’s strategic plan and school improvement plans by developing students’ academic skills through academic courses of study and implementing District approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, families, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Creates and delivers lesson plans in alignment with District approved curriculum following the scope and sequence of their grade level team.
Develops and maintains positive, professional relationships with students, other staff, families, and administrators.
Advises families of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher’s expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
Assesses students for the purpose of providing feedback to students, families, and administration regarding students’ progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Collaborates with other teachers to review data, implement interventions, align their scope and sequence, and improve their instructional practices with a focus on student growth.
Collaborates with school personnel, families, and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions, and delivering District approved curriculum.
Directs Para Educators, volunteers, and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.
Monitors student activities for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Prepares teaching materials and reports (e.g., grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and providing documentation of teacher and student progress.
Reports incidents as appropriate for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to education code, district, and/or school policies.
Participates in various meetings (e.g., parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.
Attends meetings and professional development trainings as appropriate or directed.
Maintains confidentiality and tact in all aspects of employment.
Maintains a positive attitude and views students with an asset-based approach.
Supports the District’s strategic plan and the School Improvement Plan.
Abides by all District Policies and Procedures as well as all applicable statutes and guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Teaching certificate with elementary education endorsement
Criminal justice background clearance.
Necessary skills (both technical and interpersonal) to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

SALARY:

$61,585 - $113,364, annually

SCHEDULE:

180 days per school year, 7.5 hours per day with start and end times varying by building.

BENEFITS:

12 sick leave days of which 6 can be used for personal leave each school year; 5 days bereavement leave per school year; health insurance benefits through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance. Retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS); other fringe benefits as allowed under the Shelton Education Association (SEA) Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Elementary School Teacher