1st/2nd Grade Teacher
JOB TITLE: 1st/2nd GRADE TEACHER, LINCOLN-MONTESSORI
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelors Degree from an accredited university or college
- Valid Nebraska Certificate with appropriate endorsement in subject area
- Successful teaching and/or practice teaching experience
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate
REPORTS TO: Building Administrator
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Building Administrator
JOB GOAL: To organize and foster a collaborative environment which effectively facilitates student learning, increases interpersonal communication skills, develops a deeper appreciation of culture and heritage, and reinforces respect for self, property and others. The classroom teacher is expected to be a positive role model and assist students in his/her development as a productive citizen and responsible adult.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Nine-month year or as established by the Board of Education
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of administrative guidelines; evaluated by building administrators
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
BASIC
Implements Board policy regarding education philosophy/curriculum under the direction of the administration through planning, organizing, managing, interacting with students; establishing rapport with students, staff, parents, and community; and continuing professional development
FREQUENT
- Plans instructional objectives and activities consistent with curriculum guides
- Directs and supervises learning activities
- Implements the disciplinary procedures of the building/district
- Supervises behavior in the school environment to maintain the safety and well being of the students and staff
- Keep accurate records of attendance, absences and tardies
- Uses an appropriate variety of instructional approaches
- Makes good use of technology, audio-visual materials and aids
- Instruction is individualized to enable all students to experience academic growth and personal success
- Communicates a positive support of the students in their educational development
- Recognizes the exemplary influence of the educator over the students
- Supervises playground, cafeteria, halls on a scheduled basis
INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS
- Student behavior does not detract from the effective learning climate in the classroom
- Teacher exhibits patience, openness, and concern in dealing with students
- Rapport within and outside the classroom evidences mutual respect between the students and teacher
- Teacher exhibits tact and self-control in dealing with parents
- Communicates readily and cooperates with fellow staff members
- Teacher accepts suggestions from administrators without resentment
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
- Teacher dresses appropriately and is well groomed
- Teacher shows enthusiasm and initiative
- Teacher is punctual and professional in job responsibilities
- Teacher is willing to spend time outside the regular school day to assist students and supervise school activities
OCCASIONAL
- Relates with staff, parents and community through positive professional cooperation
- Suggests positive recommendations for the continuing review and development of curriculum
- Remains current with professional training and shows evidence of regular professional growth
- Actively participates at scheduled staff meetings and serves on district committees
- Assumes responsibility periodically for conferences with parents
- Recognizes the extra curriculum program as integral to the educational development of the child
- Performs other duties within the scope of employment and certification as assigned by the appropriate administrator
OTHER REQUIREMENTS (Intellectual, Sensory):
- Exemplary command of oral and written communication skills
- Skills in leadership, interpersonal relations, organization, prioritization, problem solving and conflict management, assessment and evaluation
- Visual acuity in supervisory rules; teaching
- Auditory acuity in teaching functions
Grades
1, 2Additional Information
Salary information can be found at this link: https://norfolkpublicschools.org/district/business-services/employment-compensation-and-agreements/certified-employees.html
Position starts with the 2025-2026 school year
Check out our video: https://youtu.be/1NB1fhu3fuo
Contact Information
Norfolk Public Schools512 W Phillip Ave
Norfolk, Nebraska 68701
https://www.norfolkpublicschools.org
Angie Baumann
(p) (402) 644-2500 1112
(f) (402) 644-2506
How to Apply
Please apply at https://www.norfolkpublicschools.org/district/human-resources/employment.html then click on Vacancies