2025-2026 Elementary Certified Teacher

Maysville R-I is a 4 day per week school district.  

Elementary Job Description

Purpose Statement

The job of Teacher- Elementary was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned ares; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries form students’ parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress. This job reports to the Building Principal.

Essential Functions

• Adapts classroom work for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans. 
• Administers developmental testing programs and/or subject specific assessments, etc. for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and or developing individual learning plans. 
• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; student achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment. 
• Assess student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents, and administration. 
• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan. 
• Counsels students for the purpose of improving performance, health status, problem solving techniques and a variety of personal issues. 
• Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual student requirements. 
• Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student workers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students. 
• Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment. 
• Models conversation, manners, clean up activities, listening skills, etc for the purpose of demonstrating appropriate social and interpersonal behavior. 
• Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, nap times, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment. 
• Organizes age appropriate indoor and outdoor activities for the purpose of ensuring student participation in learning activities. 
• Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. grade level, school site, district, professional growth, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions. 
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. 
• Prepared a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements. 
• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing learning environment and adhering to Educaiton Code and school policies. 
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction. 
• Supports other staff for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans. 

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to 

periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based 

competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying 

assessment instruments; Operating standard office equipment including using pertinent 

software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records. 

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read  technical information, 

compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to 

define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to 

satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: appropriate codes, policies, regulations 

and/or laws; age appropriate activities; teaching strategies and methodologies: intervention 

strategies; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management

 strategies. 

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify 

data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of 

circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment 

using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with diversity of individuals and/or 

groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is 

required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires 

independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. 

Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job 

include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work 

priorities; maintaining confidentiality, exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours. 

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices 

and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; and tracking budget 

expenditures. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job’s 

functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organizations' services. 

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical 

demands; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and’or pulling; frequently stooping, kneeling, 

crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 205 

sitting, 40% walking and 40% standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free 

environment. 

Experience Job related experience is required

Education Bachelor's degree in job related area or ability to obtain correct certification

Certificates and Licenses: Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability, Teaching Credential

Continuing Educ./Training: Continuing education requirements, maintains certificates and/or LIcences