Elementary Classroom Teacher – Full-time Substitute

- Position Type: Substitute/ Substitute Teacher - Date Posted: 4/5/2024 - Location: Albany Area Schools - Date Available: 09/03/2024 - Closing Date: Open Until Filled Albany Area Schools Full-time Classroom Substitute Teacher 2024-2025 School Year Multiple Positions Position Purpose: Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. Individual will work at both Albany and Avon Elementary. Essential Functions: - Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives. - Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning. - Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction. - Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed. - Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system. - Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research. - Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws. - Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents. - Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. - Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees. Additional Duties: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and as designated by the Superintendent. Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. Equipment: Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles. - Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts. - Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans. - Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students. - Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed. - Ability to organize and coordinate work. - Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. - Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth. - Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work. Qualifications Profile: - Minnesota State Certification - MN Teaching License - New graduates still seeking licensure are encouraged to apply. Education: - Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education Questions regarding the position can be directed to Jason Mielke, Avon Elementary Principal, at jmielke@district745.org Questions regarding the online application can be directed to Amy Rausch at arausch@district745.org Email To A Friend Print Version