<p>NORTH LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT</p> <p>3rd Grade Teacher-Ridge Road Elementary</p> <p>Department: Instructional</p> <p>Job Status: Full Time</p> <p>FLSA Status: Exempt</p> <p>Reports To: Building Principal</p> <p>Grade/Level: 1st Grade</p> <p>Amount of Travel Required: Minimal travel may be required if in conjunction with pre-approved professional development activities</p> <p>Positions Supervised: None</p> <p>Work Schedule: 190-day contract, Monday through Friday</p> <p>POSITION SUMMARY</p> <p>Instruct students in one or more subjects at the elementary level designated according to state licensure, certification, and subject matter specifically as assigned by the building principal.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</p> <ul> <li>Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom responsible. Follow district policy and building procedures associated with student management; consistently demonstrate proficient classroom management skills. </li><li>Maintain a cooperative relationship with other staff members. </li><li>Demonstrate a high individual rate of attendance (the goal being 95% or above annually) to maximize student learning. </li><li>Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students. </li><li>Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities. </li><li>Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. </li><li>Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations. </li><li>Assign and grade classwork and homework in a timely manner. Communicate student progress by posting to Edline as required by your building administrator. </li><li>Enforce all NLRSD Board policies, administrative procedures, and rules governing students. </li><li>Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction using research-based best practices. </li><li>Guide and counsel all students based on their academic interests and needs. </li><li>Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, to prevent injuries and damage. </li><li>Prepare for assigned classes, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors. </li><li>Use technology to support instruction. </li><li>Meet with parents and/or guardians to discuss their children's progress. </li><li>Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems. Assist in the development and implementation of IEPs and 504 Plans. </li><li>Prepare objectives and comprehensive lesson plans following curriculum maps and the Arkansas State Frameworks. </li><li>Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. </li><li>Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs. </li><li>Prepare reports on students and activities as required by the administration. </li><li>Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies. </li><li>Administer standardized ability and achievement tests according to state requirements and interpret results to determine students' strengths and areas of need. Develop, implement, and update Academic Improvement Plans. </li><li>Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required. </li><li>Perform supervisory duties as assigned in accordance with state statutes. </li><li>Adhere to North Little Rock School District Policies, and the state-mandated "Educators' Code of Ethics." </li><li>Follow all state and federal guidelines in association with IDEA and ADA to ensure that all students have access to a comprehensive education. </li><li>Maintain a valid Arkansas Teacher's License with appropriate certification and Highly Qualified Teacher status (if applicable). </li><li>Adhere to the Policies of the North Little Rock School District as posted on the NLRSD website. </li></ul> <p>POSITION QUALIFICATIONS</p> <p>Competency Statements:</p> <ul> <li>Accountability, Adaptability, Communication (Oral and Written), Consensus Building, Creativity, Diversity Orientation, Enthusiasm, Ethical Practice, Goal Orientation, Honesty/Integrity, Initiative, Innovation, Interpersonal Skills, Judgment, Loyalty, Management Skills, Motivation, Organization, Patience, Positive Attitude, Presentation Skills, Problem Solving, Punctuality, Reliability, Responsibility, Tactfulness, Team Building. </li></ul> <p>Education:</p> <ul> <li>Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree with a valid Arkansas Teacher's License with appropriate certification, meeting Arkansas Department of Education standards. </li></ul> <p>Experience:</p> <ul> <li>Experience preferred, but not required. ESL Preferred. </li></ul> <p>Skills & Abilities:</p> <ul> <li>Basic technology proficiency, with the ability to learn and implement district teacher technology including grade reporting and parental communication technology. </li></ul> <p>Certificates & Licenses:</p> <ul> <li>Valid Arkansas Teacher's License with the appropriate certification, in accordance with Arkansas Department of Education requirements. </li></ul> <p>Other Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Appreciation for diversity. Ability to pass required ASP/FBI/DHS background checks. </li></ul> <p>PHYSICAL DEMANDS</p> <p>Physical Abilities: (Frequency: N=Not Applicable, O=Occasionally, F=Frequently, C=Constantly)</p> <ul> <li>Stand, Walk, Handling / Fingering, Reach Outward, Push/Pull: C </li><li>Sit, Reach Above Shoulder, Squat or Kneel, Bend: O </li></ul> <p>Other Physical Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral) </li><li>Sense of Sound (ability to converse with students and parents) </li><li>Sense of Touch </li></ul> <p>WORK ENVIRONMENT</p> <p>This position primarily operates in a school classroom environment, predominantly indoors. The noise level in the work environment can vary from quiet to loud, depending on the activities of the day. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors in various settings including large crowds and student assembly situations.</p> <p>The North Little Rock School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p>