What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary School Teacher: Mentor Teacher position at Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation?
- Creates an environment of trust and respect through all interactions with staff to support growth oriented professional relationships.
- Establishes clear goals for working with teachers of all career stages and provides differentiated feedback, coaching support and resources aligned to teacher need, school and district goals.
- Assists in planning and facilitating interactive professional learning opportunities for individuals and groups in collaboration with administrators, district support staff and teachers.
- Establishes clear objectives for all professional development and training, lessons, curricular units, and projects and communicates these objectives to the students/participants.
- Supports teachers in the implementation of professional development aligned to district and school improvement goals.
- Employs a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and performance assessments, which guide the learning process toward academic achievement and curriculum goals.
- Actively participates in professional growth and development to stay abreast of current research through continuing education, educational seminars, workshops, conferences, membership in professional organizations of the subject taught, and attendance at corporation-sponsored in-services.
- When assigned, teaches corporation-approved curriculum while creating a classroom and total school environment that is conducive to learning and is appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
- When assigned, assesses the accomplishments of students in a variety of ways on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
- When assigned, administers and analyzes standardized. Benchmark, and progress monitoring testing data and adjusts instructional strategies, as needed, to maximize probability of student success.
- Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, corporation policy, and administrative regulations.
- Recognizes the special needs of students with learning disabilities, seeks the assistance of corporation specialists, as needed and/or required, and makes appropriate individualized physical and instructional accommodations within the classroom.
- Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct and develops and informs students of reasonable rules concerning classroom procedures and behavior and maintains a safe and orderly classroom environment.
- May serve on building-level and corporation-wide committees, e.g., curriculum resource adoption, curriculum writing, test analysis.
- Builds effective relationships with parents and students through regular communication and is available to students and parents for education-related purposes, e.g., open house, conferences, extra-curricular activities.
- Completes other duties as assigned.
- Maintains a strong, regular personal attendance record.
- Student Focused – Experience working effectively with diverse population to build relationships and increase achievement.
- Teacher Leader – Strong instructional practitioner, with a history of results, able to analyze student needs, and help others improve their practice through collaborative relationships, feedback, and modeling.
- Adult Learning – An understanding of how to facilitate growth in adults.
- Evidence-based and data driven – Uses data and other evidence to make decisions about research based practices, high-yield strategies and student data that illustrates the ability to increase student achievement through utilizing specific instructional interventions.
- Instructional Specialist – Deep understanding of the relationships among content area knowledge, pedagogy, professional learning, and school improvement.
- People-oriented – Establish positive and productive relationships through collaboration with administrators, teachers, students, and families.
- Critical thinker and decision maker – Analyze information to solve problems and make decisions that are aligned with strategic goals.
- Communication – effective and articulate verbal and written communication skills
- Technical Ability – Model digital-age work and learning through effective use of current and emerging digital tools
- 21st Century Skills – Infuses learning experiences for students and adults with opportunities for communication, collaboration, problem-solving, critical thinking and creativity.
- Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the school community.
- Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
- Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of School Trustees policies.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, textbooks, and government regulations.
- Ability to write reports and general correspondence.
- Ability, both orally and in writing, to present information effectively and respond appropriately to questions and concerns from individuals and groups of educators, administrators, parents, students, and the general public.
- Ability always to communicate using correct grammar.
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability, and statistical inference.
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Ability to prepare, project, monitor and document funds from multiple sources.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear.
- Occasionally required to stand and walk.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Occasionally life or move up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to push items of 50 pounds or more, such as pushing materials on a cart.
JobID: 544
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching
Elementary School Teaching
Date Posted:
3/3/2025
3/3/2025
Location:
Lincoln K8
Lincoln K8
Date Available:
2025-26
2025-26
Closing Date:
03/07/2025
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the world? Do you believe in the power of education to transform lives? If so, we invite you to become part of our school corporation!03/07/2025
Why Choose EVSC?
1. Impact Lives Daily: Every day, you'll have the opportunity to inspire, guide, and empower the next generation. Your work will ripple through time, shaping not just individual lives but entire communities.
2. Innovate and Grow: We're not just teaching – we're reinventing education for the 21st century. Bring your fresh ideas and watch them come to life in our progressive learning environments.
3. Stability Meets Flexibility: Enjoy the security of working in an essential field, coupled with a schedule that respects your work-life balance. Summers off, holidays, and predictable hours allow you to pursue your passions both in and out of the classroom.
4. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, excellent health coverage, robust retirement plans, and generous paid time off
5. Supportive Community: Join a team that feels like family. Our collaborative environment fosters lifelong friendships and professional networks.
6.Cutting-Edge Resources: Work with state-of-the-art technology and innovative teaching tools that make learning exciting for both educators and students.
Join us in our mission to educate, inspire, and empower. Together, we can build a brighter future – one student at a time. We are Better Together!
Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career that truly matters!
SALARY
Salary will be commensurate with the level of education and experience of the recommended candidate.
Range:
Career Path I: $46,000 - $65,500
Career Path II: $47,500 - $91,000
Salary will be commensurate with the level of education and experience of the recommended candidate.
Range:
Career Path I: $46,000 - $65,500
Career Path II: $47,500 - $91,000
BENEFITS
We continually strive to offer a high-quality, comprehensive benefits package to our employees.
We continually strive to offer a high-quality, comprehensive benefits package to our employees.
Insurance:
This position is eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance coverage on the employee, spouse, and eligible dependents. The employee's insurance will be effective on the first of month following the hire date. The EVSC also offers employees an opportunity for life insurance and long term disability coverage.
Click here for more information on: EVSC's Market Place Health Insurance Plan Options
Retirement:
As a contract teacher, this position will automatically be enrolled in the Teacher Retirement Fund (TRF) through the state of Indiana, which includes a defined benefit (Pension) as well as an Annuity Savings Account (ASA). In addition, this position is eligible to enroll in a 401(a) retirement investment plan, a 403(b) Match Program, and a tax-free post-retirement medical expense account (VEBA).
Additional Benefits:
Employees enrolled in an EVSC medical insurance plan are eligible to use our Health & Wellness Centers conveniently located within the community. These are no-cost health clinics that provide primary care treatment, generic prescription medications (at no cost), physicals, health screenings, and labs. Accumulated sick leave days and personal business days will be provided under this position as well. Additionally, EVSC employees have access to EVSC Wee Care, our employee-only early learning centers. Wee Care provides a quality early learning experience for children as young as six weeks through age five.
Click here for more information on: EVSC's Market Place Health Insurance Plan Options
Retirement:
As a contract teacher, this position will automatically be enrolled in the Teacher Retirement Fund (TRF) through the state of Indiana, which includes a defined benefit (Pension) as well as an Annuity Savings Account (ASA). In addition, this position is eligible to enroll in a 401(a) retirement investment plan, a 403(b) Match Program, and a tax-free post-retirement medical expense account (VEBA).
Additional Benefits:
Employees enrolled in an EVSC medical insurance plan are eligible to use our Health & Wellness Centers conveniently located within the community. These are no-cost health clinics that provide primary care treatment, generic prescription medications (at no cost), physicals, health screenings, and labs. Accumulated sick leave days and personal business days will be provided under this position as well. Additionally, EVSC employees have access to EVSC Wee Care, our employee-only early learning centers. Wee Care provides a quality early learning experience for children as young as six weeks through age five.
POSITION OVERVIEW
SUMMARY:The EVSC seeks exceptional individuals who have demonstrated capacity to serve as part of a school-based leadership team and provide job-embedded and on-going professional development for teachers and staff with a focus on School Improvement Plan implementation. Professional development may be provided at the school, Professional Learning Community (team) or individual level. Mentor teachers must possess the essential skills and competencies necessary to build the capacity of the school’s teachers to meet the learning needs of all students. The focus of the mentor teacher's work is to collaborate, mentor, coach and model how to use data, incorporate high level engagement strategies, and implement effective curriculum and instructional best practice. These teacher leaders may spend part of their day teaching, implementing new strategies and providing a model classroom environment. Ideal candidates will be student centered, collaborative and collegial, and have the skills necessary to be a catalyst for change as an integral part of a high performing leadership team, under the direction of the building principal.
Mentor teacher positions may be grant funded and may vary from year to year. Individuals with successful classroom experience in Professional Learning Community implementation, research based instructional strategies, K-8 literacy and math, and instructional technology are encouraged to apply.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.
Successful candidates must possess the following traits:
Mentoring/coaching for other staff, completing informal observations/Learning walks, supervises students, student aides, and parent volunteers.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Indiana teaching certification in the relevant curriculum areas. Must be trained or able to attend required professional development. LSI or Mass Insight coach training preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Mentoring/coaching for other staff, completing informal observations/Learning walks, supervises students, student aides, and parent volunteers.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Indiana teaching certification in the relevant curriculum areas. Must be trained or able to attend required professional development. LSI or Mass Insight coach training preferred.
ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION SPECIFIC TO JOB
QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS OPPORTUNITY?
If you have any questions, please e-mail Linda Burk at linda.burk@evsck12.com or Carrie Hay at carrie.hay@evsck12.com. You will receive a response within 24-48 hours.
If you have any questions, please e-mail Linda Burk at linda.burk@evsck12.com or Carrie Hay at carrie.hay@evsck12.com. You will receive a response within 24-48 hours.
It is the policy of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, age, limited English proficiency, or disability in its programs or employment policies as required by the Indiana Civil Rights Law (I.C.22-9-1), Title IV, and Title VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (Educational Amendments), the Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act and Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973). Questions concerning compliance with these laws should be directed to the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and Business Affairs, Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation, 951 Walnut Street, Evansville, IN 47713, phone number 435-8508. The interview committee will give preference to candidates who, through the interview process, past experience, and references have demonstrated the ability to interact with students, staff, and the community. Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans and veterans with service-connected disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
Salary : $46,000 - $65,500
