Elementary 1St And 2Nd Grade Teacher -Georgetown Texas

A formal application is required for consideration of an Orenda Education employment opportunities. A resume and cover letter are recommended. Please go to www.orendaeducation.org under Employment tab.POSITION: ELEMENTARY 1ST GRADE TEACHERREPORTS TO: PRINCIPALFLSA STATUS: EXEMPT POSITIONSALARY RANGE: $52,430 - $60,876 AnnuallyWORK DAYS: 187 LOCATION: GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL, GEORGETOWN TEXASPOSITION SUMMARY: Provide students with rigorous learning activities and experiences in the academic subject and grade assigned to help students develop competencies and skills to be successful in post-secondary education.RESPONSIBILITIES: Work collaboratively with other members of campus and district staff to determine instructional goals and objectives and serve the needs of all students.Use a variety of instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informaltesting.Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.Prepares and provides instruction based on accommodations as outlined in the students IEP.Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.Report and communicate student progress to parents.Resolve parent/student issues and concerns in a timely manner.Be a positive role model for students.Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and handbook.Assist inmonitoring students and creating a safe campus environment by reporting to duty assignments as assigned by principal.Attend campus events and extracurricular activities, as assigned.Assist in selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.Participates in all continuing professional development and relevant ARD meetings.Compile, maintain, and submit reports, records and other documents, as required.Analyze critical needs in assigned areas and work collaboratively to implement and improve programs.Promotes and contributes to campus-wide initiatives including AVID.Protects confidentiality of students and their families.Participates in performance improvement activities.Support the mission and vision of the campus and district.Adheres to policies and procedures of the campus and district.Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy.Perform other job-related duties as assigned.BENEFITS: Should you enroll in medical plan; Orenda Education makes a $378 monthly contribution towards employees' premiums.We offer a comprehensive package of benefit options, including: Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement SystemHealth, Dental and Vision InsuranceTelehealthBasic Life, Term Life, Permanent Life andAccident InsuranceShort-term and Long-term Disability403b and 457b Investment PlansHealth Savings and Flexible Spending Account OptionsCritical Illness, Cancer InsuranceLegal Services