Second Grade Teacher

Second Grade Teacher

Position Summary

To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages scholars to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the Principal. 

Duties & Responsibilities

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  Support the mission, vision, and goals of Heritage Academy.

  
  


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  Promote and adhere to Heritage Academy policies and procedures.

  
  


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  Invest in the scholars’ well-being, health, and safety physically/socially/emotionally for ultimate academic excellence.

  
  


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  Create a learning environment that is engaging and conducive to effective instruction; maintain standards of scholar behavior.

  
  


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  Maintain a growth mindset toward scholar learning, teaching practice, and personal/collective professional development.

  
  


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  Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.

  
  


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  Provide direct instruction using a traditional curriculum.

  
  


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  Instruct and monitor scholars in the use of learning materials and equipment.

  
  


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  Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.

  
  


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  Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.

  
  


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  Observe and evaluate scholars’ performance and development.

  
  


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  Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignments.

  
  


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  Provide appropriate feedback on work.

  
  


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  Maintain accurate and complete records of scholars’ progress and development.

  
  


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  Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, policies, and regulations.

  
  


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  Communicate necessary information regularly to scholars, colleagues, and parents regarding scholar progress and needs.

  
  


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  Assume responsibility for meeting classroom and school-wide scholar performance goals.

  
  


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  Reflect on teaching practices and strive to improve professional competence and scholar proficiency.

  
  


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  Participate in department, school, and parent meetings.

  
  


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  Other duties as assigned.

  
  

Qualifications, Competencies & Strengths 

Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Graduate degree preferred

Experience: 3-5 years of experience as a teacher preferred

Special Skills: 

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  A Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.

  
  


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  Teaching certificate preferred. 

  
  


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  Ability to enforce high standards of behavior, dress, and character in oneself and with students.

  
  


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  Excellent communication and organization skills.

  
  


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  Professional and friendly disposition

  
  


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  Proficient with computers and software applications including Microsoft Office tools and Google Suite. 

  
  

Type of fingerprint clearance: Shall be fingerprint checked pursuant to A.R.S 15-512

Physical functions: Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment. Reach with hands and arms and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. 

Equipment used: Frequent computer use is expected.  

Work Environment: Typical office environment is expected, occasional exposure to outdoor weather. 

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential function; it does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.