What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2nd Grade Teacher position at East Gibson School Corporation?
The 2nd Grade Teacher will be responsible for providing an engaging, well-organized, and challenging learning environment for students in the second grade. The teacher will support students in academic growth, social development, and overall well-being while fostering a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom atmosphere.
Instructional Planning and Delivery:- Design, implement, and evaluate engaging and effective lessons in subjects such as Math, Reading, Writing, Social Studies, and Science, aligned with grade-level standards and curriculum.
- Use a variety of teaching strategies to address different learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Integrate technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Classroom Management:
- Create and maintain a positive, respectful, and well-structured classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Establish clear behavioral expectations and manage student conduct in accordance with school policies.
- Foster teamwork, collaboration, and positive relationships among students.
- Student Assessment and Development:
- Regularly assess student performance using a variety of formal and informal assessment tools (e.g., quizzes, tests, projects, observations).
- Provide constructive feedback on assignments and assessments.
- Identify individual student needs and provide interventions or modifications as necessary to ensure student success.
- Communication:
- Maintain open communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Provide regular updates to parents on student progress, achievements, and any concerns via emails, conferences, and report cards.
- Participate in parent-teacher conferences and school events.
- Professional Development:
- Continuously seek out professional development opportunities to improve teaching practices and stay current with educational best practices.
- Collaborate with fellow educators to share strategies, resources, and insights for improving student learning.
- Administrative Duties:
- Prepare lesson plans, reports, and documentation as required by school policies.
- Attend faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and school events as needed.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Elementary Education and a valid Indiana Teaching License.
