First Grade Teacher

The posting

Title:

First Grade Teacher

Reports To:

Principal

Department:

Elementary Teacher

Bargaining Unit:

X CBEA

Hours / FTE:

40 hours per week 1.0 FTE

No. of Work Days:

rest of contract year

Salary Schedule:

As scheduled

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

We are looking for an educator who is committed to creating an engaging, inclusive classroom environment where all kindergarten students can thrive both academically and socially.

The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm for teaching elementary students, a strong understanding of instructional best practices through Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), and a desire to support school-wide goals in literacy, math, student engagement, and behavior. Experience or interest in Oregon Response to Instruction and Intervention (ORTIi) is a plus, as Coos Bay Public School District is deeply focused on strengthening literacy outcomes and tiered support systems for all learners.

At Coos Bay Public School District, we believe in collaboration, continuous learning, and creating a positive school culture where everyone feels like they belong.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree
• Holds a teaching license from Teacher Standards and Practices Commission in the State of Oregon
• Strong ability to work as a team member

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Classroom Environment & Culture

1. Creates an environment of safety, respect, and rapport.
2. Establishes a culture for learning.
3. Manages and maintains classroom procedures.
4. Manages and maintains student behavior.
5. Manages and maintains the classroom’s physical space

Planning & Instruction

1. Writes and utilizes short-term and long-term plans for instruction.
2. Plans activities of high quality in keeping with district-adopted goals, standards, and curriculum.
3. Plans and develops goals and objectives to meet identified student outcomes.
4. Monitors student understanding and adjusts plans based on student learning needs and styles.
5. Demonstrates skill in the selection of various teaching techniques and instructional materials conducive to student learning.
6. Differentiates instruction to accommodate diverse student abilities, learning profiles, and interests, ensuring all students access grade-level content.
7. Implements evidence-based instructional strategies within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to proactively address academic and behavioral needs.
8. Integrates literacy-based instruction across content areas to support reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills development for all students.
9. Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques, strategies, and materials necessary to the lesson and/or activity, including district and state adopted curriculum.
10. Uses student performance data to guide instructional decisions, monitor progress, and inform interventions that support individual and group learning needs.
11. Promotes an inclusive learning environment by ensuring equitable access, removing barriers, and celebrating the diversity of all learners, including students with disabilities, English language learners, and those from historically underserved groups.

Student Growth & Assessment

1. Establishes classroom procedures that promote student learning and self-discipline and adds to the realization of the student’s personal potential as a worthy citizen.
2. Holds high expectations of student learning and aligns curriculum to state standards.
3. Promotes respect and empathy among students of different socioeconomic, cognitive, and cultural backgrounds.
4. Establishes student objectives that promote student growth.
5. Makes use of alternative assessments (when appropriate) as well as traditional assessments.
6. Uses a grading system that is consistent, fair, and supportable.
7. Assesses, records, and provides feedback to students on their progress and assignments in a timely manner.

Professionalism & Communication

1. Continues professional growth through the upgrading of skills and knowledge.
2. Communicates effectively, positively, and in a timely manner with school personnel, the public, and parents.
3. Collaborates effectively with students, parents, the public, teachers, administration, and other staff.
4. Acts in a discreet and professional manner when discussing students and/or school problems.

1. Contributes to and maintains a culture of collaboration that embraces continuous learning, takes ownership of student results, and celebrates individual and collective successes.
2. Writes and follows personal performance goals in accordance with Teacher Standards and Practices Commission’s Professional Development Plan (TSPC Division 90).
3. Maintains appropriate teacher-student relationships as outlined in the “Ethical Educator” (TSPC Division 20).
4. Follows their duties and responsibilities as set forth by the district’s Job Description.
5. Maintains regular attendance in order to preserve continuity.
6. Performs other duties as assigned by Principal and/or Supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Frequency Key: None (N); Occasional - up to 25% of shift (O); Intermittently – up to 50% of shift (I); Frequently – up to 75% of shift (F).

Activity

Frequency

Activity

Frequency

Bend

F

Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs.

F

Twist

F

Lift/ Carry 11-25 lbs.

F

Squat

F

Lift/ Carry 26-40 lbs.

F

Kneel

F

Lift/ Carry 40-100 lbs.

O

Climb

O

Stand

F

Reach Above Shoulders

O

Walk

F

Grip/Grasp

F

Sit

F

Extend/Flex Neck

F

Drive

N

Use Dominant Hand

F

Perform Repetitive Hand Motions

F

Use Non-Dominant Hand

F

Keyboard/ Mouse Work

F

Ability to See

F

Ability to Hear

F

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environments combine a standard classroom setting including standard classroom equipment (assistive technology, copier, phone, Chromebook or computer, audio/visual equipment etc.) in a standard school setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high depending upon student population and activities. The employee may be exposed to blood borne pathogens and/or physically and emotionally dysregulated students.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) whenever it deems advisable.

For more information please contact Michelle Barton in Human Resources

[email protected] or (541) 267-3104 x 1110

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Students, their families, employees and potential employees of the Coos Bay School District 9 are hereby notified that the Coos Bay School System does not discriminate on the basis of perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, or perceived disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, veterans' status in employment, vocational programs, or activities as set forth in compliance with federal and state statutes and regulations.

The district prohibits discrimination and harassment, including but not limited to; in employment, assignment and promotion of personnel; in educational opportunities and services offered students; in student assignments to schools and classes; in student discipline; in location and use of facilities; in educational offerings and materials; and in accommodating the public at public meetings.