Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

TEACHER ELEMENTARY *GRADES K-8 *DEFINITION Provides and educational students in grades K - 8, and/or a combination thereof, and assists in other school programs as assigned. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES **

Responsible for teaching core subjects such as math, language arts, science, and social studies to elementary school students, using effective teaching methods including lectures, demonstrations, audiovisual aids and other materials to supplement presentations. Prepare course objectives and lesson plans following curriculum guidelines. Prepare modified lessons based on the goals of each student's Individualized Educational Plan (IEP); make modifications to teaching plans for special education students that are mainstreamed in the general curriculum environment; assign lessons, correct homework and administer tests to evaluate pupil progress, record the results and issue reports to inform parents; keep attendance records; maintain discipline in the classroom; meet with parents to discuss student progress and problems; observe and monitor control of students behavior in and outside the classroom; participate in faculty and professional meetings, and performing related duties such as sponsoring one or more activities of student organizations.

Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, and music to pupils in a classroom, utilizing the South Dakota Board of Education Standards Course of Study for Elementary Schools and other appropriate learning activities and materials.

Instructs pupils in citizenship, basic communication skills, and other general elements of the course of study specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.

Translated lesson plans into learning experiences so-as-to best utilize the available time for instruction.

Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, prepares progress reports, and communicates with parents on the individual pupil's progress.

Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.

Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.

Maintains professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities.

Participates cooperatively with the principal or his designeeto develop the system by which will be evaluated in conformance with the district's uniform guidelines for evaluation and assessment.

Selects and requisitions books, instructional aids, and instructional supplies, and maintains required inventory records.

Insures a comfortable room environment through control of heating, lighting, and ventilation to the extent possible.

Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.

Participates in curriculum development programs within the school of assignment and/or on a district level.

Shares in the sponsorship of student activities and participates in faculty committees.

Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.

May plan and coordinate the work of aides, teacher assistants and other paraprofessionals.

Participates with other professional staff members in the Family Life program as assigned.

Performs basic attendance accounting and business services as required.

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erves on bus duty, yard duty, and cafeteria duty as assigned.

Attends faculty and curriculum meeting .

Develops weekly lesson plans and supplementary material compatible with the basic instructional philos