5th Grade Teacher (1.0 FTE) at Cardiff School District

About the Employer

Established in 1913, we are a small school experience by the sea. Our district consists of two award-winning schools; Cardiff School serves students in grades K-2 and Ada Harris School serves students in grades 3-6. Cardiff Schools provide a great education in a high-performance district. We are proud to be part of a community with high expectations for education and achievement. Our schools provide a positive foundation for a lifetime of learning and friendships. At Cardiff Schools, students discover, find their passion, and develop a love of learning. The pride of the Cardiff-by-the-Sea community, our district is a place where students, staff, families and community partners collaborate and feel valued. We are grateful for the support of our stakeholders and we are extremely proud of our community of learners.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the site principal, responsible for providing an educational program for pupils in grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 or a combination thereof and to assist in other school programs as assigned. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education and music to pupils in a classroom implementing the district adopted curriculum, goals and objectives and instructing pupils in other areas as specified by the Governing Board. • Instructs pupils in citizenship, basic communication skills and other general elements of the course of study specified in state law. • Provides individualized and small group instruction through planned instructional materials and activities which serve to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil. • Outlines units of study and develops lesson plans as requested to best utilize the allotted time for instruction. • Establishes-and maintains high standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. • Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports. • Communicates with parents through a variety of means. • Holds parent conferences when needed to discuss the individual pupil's progress. • Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude and learning problems. • Provides and maintains a functional and creative environment for learning through-use of facilities, materials and equipment. • Maintains own professional competence through participation in district, regional or state sponsored in-service activities. • Performs pupil attendance reporting as required. • Assists in carrying out a program of information and communication as a means of interpreting the school program to the community. • Ability to solve practical problems and deal wi

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