What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anticipated Elementary Teachers Whitefield Elementary School 2025-2026 position at SAU 36 White Mountains Reg School District?
Whitefield Elementary School is nestled in the White Mountains and just minutes away from unlimited access to four season outdoor recreation. We are seeking a dynamic educator who is flexible minded, communicative, enjoy collaboration, and are interested in opportunities of shared leadership in the District. An elementary teacher is responsible for teaching all content areas, however, we encourage collaboration with colleagues to meet all learners' needs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1.The Learner and Learning Learner Development.
The teacher understands how learners grow and develop, recognizing that patterns of learning and development vary individually within and across the cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical areas, and designs and implements developmentally appropriate and challenging learning experiences. Learning Differences. The teacher uses understanding of individual differences and diverse cultures and communities to ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards. Learning Environments.
The teacher works with others to create environments that support individual and collaborative learning, and that encourage positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.2.Content Content Knowledge. The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) he or she teaches and creates learning experiences that make the discipline accessible and meaningful for learners to assure mastery of the content. Application of Content. The teacher understands how to connect concepts and use differing perspectives to engage learners in critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative problem solving related to authentic local and global issues.3.Instructional Practices Assessment.
The teacher understands and uses multiple methods of assessment to engage learners in their own growth, to monitor learner progress, and guide the teachers and learners decision making. Planning for Instruction. The teacher plans instruction that supports every student in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, cross-disciplinary skills, and pedagogy, as well as knowledge of learners and the community context. Instructional Strategies.
The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage learners to develop a deep understanding of content areas and their connections, and to build skills to apply knowledge in meaningful ways.4.Professional ResponsibilityProfessional Learning and Ethical Practice. The teacher engages in ongoing professional learning and uses evidence to continually evaluate his/her practice, particularly the effects of his/her choices and actions on others (learners, families, other professionals, and the community), and adapts practice to meet the needs of each learner. Leadership and Collaboration. The teacher seeks appropriate leadership roles and opportunities to take responsibility for student learning, to collaborate with learners, families, colleagues, other school professionals, and community members to ensure learner growth, and to advance the profession.5.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesAssists in training, planning, and directing the activities of assigned paraprofessionals.
Some teachers may also play an advisory role in the evaluation and hiring of paraprofessionals, as appropriate. 6.Other Duties as AssignedADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: May require lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, and sitting/standing for long periods of time. Physical requirements are as needed for specific teaching assignment responsibilities and developmental levels and ages of students being taught. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
EVALUATION: Principal or designee will evaluate according to current WMRSD Teachers Collective Bargaining Agreement
The teacher understands how learners grow and develop, recognizing that patterns of learning and development vary individually within and across the cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical areas, and designs and implements developmentally appropriate and challenging learning experiences. Learning Differences. The teacher uses understanding of individual differences and diverse cultures and communities to ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards. Learning Environments.
The teacher works with others to create environments that support individual and collaborative learning, and that encourage positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.2.Content Content Knowledge. The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) he or she teaches and creates learning experiences that make the discipline accessible and meaningful for learners to assure mastery of the content. Application of Content. The teacher understands how to connect concepts and use differing perspectives to engage learners in critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative problem solving related to authentic local and global issues.3.Instructional Practices Assessment.
The teacher understands and uses multiple methods of assessment to engage learners in their own growth, to monitor learner progress, and guide the teachers and learners decision making. Planning for Instruction. The teacher plans instruction that supports every student in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, cross-disciplinary skills, and pedagogy, as well as knowledge of learners and the community context. Instructional Strategies.
The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage learners to develop a deep understanding of content areas and their connections, and to build skills to apply knowledge in meaningful ways.4.Professional ResponsibilityProfessional Learning and Ethical Practice. The teacher engages in ongoing professional learning and uses evidence to continually evaluate his/her practice, particularly the effects of his/her choices and actions on others (learners, families, other professionals, and the community), and adapts practice to meet the needs of each learner. Leadership and Collaboration. The teacher seeks appropriate leadership roles and opportunities to take responsibility for student learning, to collaborate with learners, families, colleagues, other school professionals, and community members to ensure learner growth, and to advance the profession.5.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesAssists in training, planning, and directing the activities of assigned paraprofessionals.
Some teachers may also play an advisory role in the evaluation and hiring of paraprofessionals, as appropriate. 6.Other Duties as AssignedADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: May require lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, and sitting/standing for long periods of time. Physical requirements are as needed for specific teaching assignment responsibilities and developmental levels and ages of students being taught. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
EVALUATION: Principal or designee will evaluate according to current WMRSD Teachers Collective Bargaining Agreement
