What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Teacher position at Raymore-Peculiar School District?
Position Type :
2025-2026 Teaching Positions / Elementary Teacher
Date Posted : 11 / 5 / 2024
Location : District Wide
Date Available : 08 / 2025
Closing Date : Open Until Filled
Raymore-Peculiar School District is seeking passionate and dedicated Elementary Teachers to join our dynamic team for the 2025-2026 school year ! Our ideal candidate is a compassionate educator who fosters a love of learning and creates a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment for young students. This role involves planning and delivering effective lessons in core subjects, nurturing each student's academic, social, and emotional growth, and collaborating with colleagues and parents to support student success. The qualified candidate should hold or be eligible for a valid Missouri Certificate for grades K-6.
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop and implement age-appropriate, engaging lessons in core subjects (e.g., math, reading, science, social studies) that align with state and school curriculum standards.
- Establish and maintain a positive, structured learning environment by using proactive behavior management techniques that promote respect, cooperation, and safety.
- Regularly assess students through various methods (quizzes, projects, observations) to track progress and ensure mastery of key skills. Provide constructive feedback and adjust teaching strategies as needed.
- Adapt lessons to meet diverse learning needs, ensuring that all students, including those with special needs, gifted students, and English language learners, can succeed and thrive.
- Work with fellow teachers, specialists, and school staff to align curriculum, share best practices, and support each student's learning journey.
- Maintain open communication with parents / guardians to share student progress, address concerns, and foster a positive home-school partnership.
- Support students' social, emotional, and ethical growth through activities that build critical thinking, creativity, empathy, and teamwork.
- Integrate technology and multimedia tools to enhance learning experiences and keep students engaged.
Competitive Salary and Benefits Package :
