4th grade Teacher SY 26/27

Teacher Duties and Responsibilities • Designs and implements authentic and engaging learning experiences using the New Mexico Adopted Content Standards, WIDA/ELD standards and the Carlsbad Municipal Schools adopted curriculum. • Accurately demonstrates knowledge of the content area and uses the approved curriculum with fidelity. • Gives clear expectations relating to lesson content and procedure. • Communicates accurately in the content area. • Shows inter relatedness across content areas. • Use teaching techniques which address student learning levels, rates, and styles. • Uses materials and media which address student learning levels, rates, and styles. • Provides small group, one to one instruction when needed. • Uses teaching and learning strategies to recognize student diversity and culture. Creates an atmosphere conducive to positive student involvement and self-concept. • Uses a variety of tools, instructional resources, and teaching modalities to personalize and enhance instruction based upon the needs of students. • Establishes a safe and supportive environment that is conducive to learning and enables each student to demonstrate agency, ownership, and reflection. • Comprehends the principles of student growth, development, and the teaching learning cycle, and actively applies them appropriately. • Comprehends and actively implements New Mexico's Multi Layered System of Supports (MLSS) to support holistic student success. • Understand and actively participate in the development, use and implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEP), Individual Transition /504 plans, and Academic Improvement Plans, including making necessary modifications. • Adheres to Carlsbad Municipal Schools assessment and grading policy and guidelines. • Assesses student growth as related to educational goals, objectives, and outcomes. • Actively uses and analyzes a variety of assessment tools and data to drive instruction, implement strategies and offer remediation. • Actively maintains records of student progress and communicates student progress with students and families in a timely manner. • Maintains communication and notify parents of struggling students. • Works in a collaborative and supportive manner with colleagues, students, parents, and the community to promote and support student learning. • Communicates in a professional manner with colleagues, parents, and community members regarding educational matters. • Works with administration to meet professional requirements and responsibilities. • Is punctual in attendance and in responding to timeline and due dates. • Maintains a professional appearance in accordance with the dress code policy established by Carlsbad Municipal Schools. • Serves duties and supervises students as assigned. • Leaves adequate preparations for a substitute. • Serves on committees requested. • Keeps teaching credentials current. • When assigned, direct the work of teacher assistants, student teachers, and volunteers to provide an effective learning environment. • Supports and actively participates in the school's professional learning community to deepen the understanding of curriculum, content, competencies, assessment, and the developmental needs of students. • Creates a positive atmosphere and arranges the physical environment of the classroom for optimum learning. • Seeks out information on methodology, research, current trends in education to enhance student learning. Education and Experience Required • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college. • A valid New Mexico teaching license with endorsements as needed. • Must be able to pass employment verification. • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.