Lowell School District

Position Openings

K-6 Elementary Teacher 

STARTING DATE                                 

August 2024                                                                                                                                                                             

WORK YEAR

195 Day contract

BASE SALARY

$40,688-78,645 

Based on education and experience

APPLICATION DEADLINE                                                                    

Until filled          

THE POSITION

The Lowell School District is seeking an outstanding, highly qualified elementary teacher for grades K-6 at Lundy Elementary School.

POSITION SUMMARY

The chosen candidate will be working as a member of a team in the planning and implementation of instructional programs. A primary focus of the teachers will be to promote a high level of achievement for all students while considering the background and developmental level of the individual student.  Additionally the candidates will be responsible for providing a positive learning environment in his/her classroom.  Teachers with endorsements in reading and ESL are preferred.

ELEMENTARY TEACHER SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work as a member of a team in the planning and implementation of instructional programs
• Has the skills needed to facilitate selection and implementation of core, supplemental and intervention instructional resources to meet specific student needs
• Has demonstrated success as a teacher
• Has a working knowledge of CCSS and Smarter Balanced Assessment
• Experience with teaching research-based curriculum designed to increase subject area understanding and skills
• Strong skills in the areas of literacy, writing and math
• Collaboratively plans and implements an effective, evidenced-based program that aligns with other grades, Common Core standards and district goals, and that meets the identified skill needs of individual students
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques
• Assess student learning and adjust instruction on a regular basis to meet the needs of the students
• Experience with formative assessments, data-based instructional methods and differentiated instruction
• Excellent behavior management skills and ability to articulate and implement a well-developed classroom management plan
• High expectations for students – academically, behaviorally and individually
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills between staff, parents, students, administration and the community
• Strong technology skills and the ability to integrate technology seamlessly into instruction
• Ability to implement and monitor Common Core State Standards
• Aptitude for administering and analyzing EasyCBM data
• Knowledge about the role of the classroom teacher in executing individual student plans, including IEPs, and 504s
• Ability to develop and communicate appropriate performance standards to students and parents
• Willingness to participate on school-level teams that analyze student data and make decisions about appropriate instructional supports to enhance student learning
• Well organized
• Able to design lesson plans aligned to the Common Core
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the principal and/or superintendent

ASSIGNMENT           

Conducts all regular classroom activities as designated by the School District.  This job description applies to all general elementary classroom teacher positions.

Responsible to:

Building Principal and Superintendent

ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establishes and maintains orderly and supportive classroom environment in which students are actively participating and show respect for one another and for the teacher.
• Maintains a physical environment conducive to learning.
• Plans a program of study designed to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Ensures that instructional activities and materials are clearly related to state, district and school goals and objectives, and that District-approved materials are used as the core of instruction.
• Conducts interesting and well-paced classes, using a variety of instructional techniques, strategies, and media appropriate to the lesson and the needs and capabilities of the students.
• Identifies, diagnoses, and prescribes remediation for individual learning difficulties.
• Maximizes time when students are paying attention and working on tasks directly related to the subject matter.
• Makes sure students understand what to do before undertaking assignments.
• Assesses, records, and provides feedback promptly and often to students on their progress and assignments__maintaining such records as required by law and District policy.
• Collaborates to develop Individual Education Programs (IEP's).
• Upon request, assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Responds in a cooperative and positive manner to supervision.
• Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both academic and behavioral progress of students.
• Maintains open lines of communication with classified staff, licensed staff, and support personnel to establish a positive work environment.
• Assumes responsibility for assigned duties, e.g., lunch count, breakfast duty, etc.
• Takes precautions to provide for health and safety of the students and to protect equipment, material, and facilities.
• Assists the administration in implementing policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings.
• Achieves professional growth through consultation with District support staff and attendance at building and District in-service meetings.
• Establishes and maintains a good working relationship with building administrators and staff__cooperating to resolve problems in a professional manner so that the concerns of all parties are considered.
• Participates in activities which are related to school functions and/or the educative process which occur outside the regular school day, in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Follows specified standards, policies, and procedures of the building and District.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Oregon Elementary Teaching License.
• Knowledge of child growth and development at each level of instruction.
• Fluent in oral and written English communication.

SALARY                     

• Will be determined by terms of the current negotiated agreement.
• The amount due under the contract will be pro-rated monthly in accordance with district policy.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

TO APPLY:

• Letter of interest stating your qualities and reasons for seeking this position
• Application
• Current resume
• Copy of Oregon Teaching license
• Copy of transcripts (may be unofficial)
• Three current letters of reference, from current and previous evaluators

Online application accepted through the district website:  www.lowell.k12.or.us . 

If you have questions, please contact Michelle Stephens at 541.937.5095 or email at Stephens@lowell.k12.or.us

The Lowell School district complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender or disability.

The Lowell School District's policy is to provide veterans and disabled veterans with preference as required by law. Applicants requesting veteran's preference must provide certification of eligibility for preference in addition to other requested materials.