Kindergarten Teacher
Description
Sunnyvale School District
Position Title: Teacher (TK-8)
(Pending Board Approval)
Work days/month: 187 Days/ 10 months Salary: (https://www.sesd.org/Page/719) |
Basic Functions:
Provide instruction in the subjects required by the district authorized by credential(s) utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and appropriate learning activities, guides, textbooks and other instructional materials provided by the district.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Create and maintain a learning environment that reflects diversity and encourages constructive and productive interactions among students.
Provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and culturally responsive pedagogy.
Create and maintain a rigorous learning environment with high expectations and appropriate support for all students.
Design and deliver instructional plans that are focused on student mastery of standards..
Implement second language acquisition strategies to support English Learners.
Uses a variety of formative and summative assessment techniques to establish learning goals and to plan, differentiate and modify instruction.
Collaborate with colleagues and the broader professional community to support student academic and social emotional growth.
Establish and maintain an environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students
Continue to improve as a professional educator by engaging in district-approved and self-selected professional growth opportunities, and implementing best practices.
Actively participate in a continuous feedback system which may include: self-assessment, coaching, informal and formal observation.
Select and requisition books, instructional aids and instructional supplies, and maintain required inventory records within guidelines developed by the district.
Supervise students in a variety of school related settings.
Attend mandatory meetings (IEPs, SST, MTSS, staff, etc.)
Provide appropriate instructional strategies, resources and technologies to support the learning of all students.
Plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals as appropriate.
Coordinate and consult with administrators, general education teachers, special education teachers, parents and support staff regarding instructional planning for all students in the school.
Promote inclusion and awareness for all student groups, including historically underserved populations.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with governmental laws and regulations, as well as District and SELPA policies and procedures
Assure the safety of students by following health protocols and safety rules
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor within the general scope of the job duties listed above.
Knowledge:
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster positive relationships with students, staff, and community.
Social emotional and culturally responsive teaching practices
Positive behavior intervention practices
Basic computer skills including email and district applications.
Abilities:
Communicate professionally and clearly both verbally and in writing.
Work cooperatively with diverse staff, students, and community.
Provide excellent customer service in dynamic situations, maintaining a positive and responsive attitude when facing challenges.
Follow verbal and written instructions with minimal supervision and use good judgment.
Organize and prioritize work to meet schedules and timelines within established policies and guidelines.
Operate a variety of office equipment, such as a computer, copier, two-way radio, or other equipment unique to office activities
Accept direction and implement feedback.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree is required
Teaching experience at the TK-8 level is preferred
Advanced training is preferred.
TK Teachers only – Must have ONE of the following:
At least 24 units in early childhood education, or childhood development, or both.
As determined by the LEA employing the teacher, professional experience in a classroom setting with preschool age children that is comparable to the 24 units of education described in early childhood education, childhood development, or both.
A Child Development Teacher Permit issued by the CTC.
Required Licenses & Certificates:
Valid California State Teaching Credential
Valid English Learner Authorization or CLAD
Fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice
Working Conditions:
Environment:
Indoor classroom, outdoor, and community-based settings
Occasional interaction with emotional, dissatisfied, or demanding individuals
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Visual acuity to read a variety of materials in both print and digital formats.
Auditory ability to exchange information.
Speak and listen for extended periods.
Sitting/standing for extended periods
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment
Kneeling, bending at the waist, and reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally, to retrieve and store files and supplies
Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not exhaustive of the duties performed or that may be performed by this position.
3. Hazards:
Challenging behaviors from students in states of dysregulation
Potential for contact with blood and other body fluids.
Terms of Employment:
Salary and terms of employment are described in the Agreement between the Sunnyvale School District and the Sunnyvale Education Association.
Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Agreement between the Sunnyvale School District and the Sunnyvale Education Association.