Position Type:
Licensed Educators and Specialists/Elementary
Date Posted:
6/18/2024
Location:
Washington Elementary School
Date Available:
08/21/2024
Job Type

Full Time

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Schedule

Teacher's Contract

Salary Range

From $47,393 to $91,468 for 1.0 FTE

This is a .5 FTE position.

Position Purpose: To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education, in accordance with each pupil's ability; to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Responsibilities:

• Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, students and families.
• Teaches District approved curriculum.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Establishes and maintains standards of classroom behavior.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to communicate these objectives to students.
• Diagnoses the learning styles, cultural preferences, and strengths and challenges of all students.
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Serves as case manager, including writing ILPs, facilitating ACCESS testing, and advising regular ed staff.
• Participate in all mandatory training or training appropriate to the position as required by the district.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education
ND Teaching License or ability to obtain prior to start date
Valid Teaching Certificate with Bilingual/ESL Endorsement or Plan on File to acquire ESL within 2 years of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:
Two to three years teaching experience
Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations

Application Procedures
All applications for open Fargo Public Schools positions must be made via www.applitrack.com/fargo/onlineapp. Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties.

Applicants for administrative, teaching, professional and other certified staff positions will need to attach: 1) Cover Letter 2) Resume/CV 3) Three (3) Professional References 4) Complete transcripts for each degree from the institutions conferring the degrees. In addition, Teacher Applicants will need to attach: Current teaching license.

Job postings will be closed for applications at 8:00 AM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date listed in the posting.

Fargo Public Schools does not offer or provide sponsorships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veterans Affairs Office.

For more information or questions please call 701-446-1000 or email humanresources@fargo.k12.nd.us.
Fargo Public Schools (FPS) is dedicated to fostering an educational environment rooted in inclusivity and academic freedom. Our FPS Philosophies articulate our commitment to these principles, guiding our practices to ensure every student's success. We invite candidates to thoroughly review our FPS Philosophies as they reflect the foundational values and expectations for all FPS employees. By applying, candidates express their commitment to embracing and upholding these philosophies in their professional practice, contributing to a culture of excellence and inclusivity within our schools.

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