What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Teacher 4th Grade - DDB position at Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary School District?
Dr Daniel Bright Elementary K-8 - DDB
START DATE : 2025-2026 School Year
HOURS OF WORK : Full-Time Certified Exempt; 185 Days (5 Teacher Induction Days First Year in District)
APPLICATION DEADLINE : Open until filled
STARTING SALARY : Minimum $48,120 with 301 and Pay for Performance, Based on Experience and Qualifications, Up to 20 Years of Experience
CERTIFICATIONS : Valid Arizona State Teaching Credential with appropriate subject matter endorsement. Meeting the definition of "Appropriately Certified" under the Every Student Succeeds Act or alternate teaching certification pathways available with a bachelor's degree.
BENEFITS : Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, & supplemental coverages. PTO accrual of one day a month. District matched contributions with ARIZONA STATE RETIREMENT (ASRS).
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CLASS TITLE : TEACHER-ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM-4th GRADE
CLASSIFICATION : Exempt
BASIC FUNCTION
Provides an educational program for pupils in grade 5, assist in other school programs as assigned.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
ESSENTIAL DUTIES :
- Teach reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, music and other appropriate learning activities to pupils in a classroom utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
- Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
- Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
- Support the integration program and encourage the participation of pupils who qualify for the program; participate and instruct in integration programs as assigned.
- Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction.
- Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom; support and assist in maintaining district discipline policy and the site discipline plan.
- Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth, maintain appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
- Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupil's progress and interpret the school program.
- Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
- Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
- Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district, seminars or other professional growth activities.
- Participate cooperatively with the appropriate administrator(s) to develop the method by which performance will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines.
- Operate a computer and standard office equipment.
- Administer basic first aid and CPR as needed.
OTHER DUTIES :
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF :
ABILITY TO :
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to : bachelor's degree, including courses needed to meet credential requirements and student teaching classroom experience. Other factors for effective performance including the following : Clear credential as required by State law. Master's degree with academic subject matter major. Depth of training in one or more areas of the elementary school curriculum.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Valid Arizona Teaching Credential.
Meet the definition of Appropriately Certified" under the Every Student Succeeds Act.
Structured English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement
Valid First Aid and CPR certificates issued by an authorized agency.
WORKING CONDITIONS
ENVIRONMENT :
Classroom environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to demonstrate activities.
Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor students.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students.
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
EVALUATION
Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Staff Personnel.
Salary : $48,120
