3rd Grade Teacher

Summary Provides instruction for students that enables them to learn and demonstrate mastery of the Georgia Performance Standards Essential Duties

• Provides content-related and appropriate instruction based on Fulton County's curriculum
• Provides classroom environment which promotes active learning in subject area
• Exhibits knowledge of performance-based instruction and assessment
• Communicates responsibly with students, parents, colleagues, and school leadership
• Accounts for student attendance and punctuality
• Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures
• Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities
• Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent
• Works with parents/guardians in all aspects of the student's educational program
• Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communications
• Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction
• Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited university Certification/Licensure Valid Georgia Teaching Certification in applicable field required, or must be eligible to hold a valid Georgia Teaching Certificate Experience Qualifications

0-1 year of classroom experience required 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proven communication and instructional strategies
  
• Classroom management skills
  
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing
  
• Excellent organizational skills
  

Working Conditions

• Classroom environment
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance
  
• Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds
  
• May require stooping or crouching
  

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