Elementary Science-Star Base Teacher JobID: 2841
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/ Elementary Science / Star Base Teacher
Date Posted:
6/13/2024
Location:
All Elementary Schools
Elementary Science - Starbase Teacher District-wide
As an Elementary Science- Starbase Teacher, you will work as part of a team whose vision is to foster dynamic eduational experiences that prepare all students for life. These positions serve a 187 day contract scheduled for 7 hours a day. Starting base salary range is $42,872 - $49,303 based on education in addition to a competitive benefit plan including but not limited to.sick and personal leave, health benefit plan with available dental and vision coverage, life insurance, a section 125 plan, numerous tax sheltered annuity options and tuition reimbursement. Long term disabilty, short term disabilityand long term care insurance is also available. Learn more at: https://helenaschools.org/departments/human-resources/health-care-and-cafeteria-benefits/ Some of what you will do:
Teach district approved curriculum.
Develop lesson plans and instructional material.
Provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides reports as required.
Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth and keeps appropriate records.
Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
Who we are looking for: To become part of this dedicated team, you have a Montana teaching certificate with elementary endorsement area. The ideal candidate will possess an elementary (00) endorsement and at least a year of successful teaching experience in elementary science. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally relocate items weighing up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities include read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff. How to Apply Complete the online application to include a cover letter and unofficial transcripts. Question? Email [email protected] ([email protected]) . Iinitial screening of applications will commence June 18, 2024. This postion will remain open until filled. Important Notes
This recruitment will be use to fill multiple elementary openings per business needs.
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the Helena School District and Helena Education Association.
Prior to employment, you must successfully complete the appropriate background check required for employment.
The Helena School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ancestry, marital status, military status, citizenship status, culture, social origin or condition, use of lawful products while not at work, political affiliation or a mental, physical or sensory disability, or by any other distinguishing characteristic if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of a job with reasonable accommodations. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or those needing this announcement in an alternate format may email [email protected] or call (406) 324-2010. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Traditional Relay Service from Montana Relay.
District online application is available at: https://helenaschools.org/departments/human-resources/join-our-team/Human Resources Office 1325 Poplar Street Helena, Montana 59601 Phone: (406) 324-2012 Helena School District #1 Position Description Position Title: Teacher, StarBase Department: Instruction Reports To: TBD Date: Spring 2015 SUMMARY: Instructs students in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth in the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible adults. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. Other duties may be assigned.
Teaches District approved curriculum.
Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
Prepares for classes assigned.
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Student, Volunteer classroom helpers. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Four year degree in area of major study. One to three years teaching experience at elementary or middle school level CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Valid Teaching License in area of study required. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds for example school supplies and books. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.