2nd Grade Teacher

Guthrie, OK
United States

Job Description: Elementary Education Teacher
District: Guthrie Public Schools
Reports To: Building Administrator
Compensation: Salary Schedule 001 (Step determined by experience)

Position Summary
Guthrie Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Elementary Education Teacher to create a flexible, positive learning environment that fosters personal and academic growth. The ideal candidate will establish a strong rapport with students, motivate them to develop foundational skills in accordance with their individual abilities, and build professional relationships with parents and staff.

Key Responsibilities
• Instructional Leadership: Teach a comprehensive curriculum including reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, and physical education, following the Oklahoma State Department of Education standards.
• Lesson Planning: Develop engaging lesson plans and instructional materials that provide for individualized and small-group instruction to meet the needs of every student.
• Classroom Management: Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to achieve a functional, safe, and respectful learning atmosphere.
• Student Evaluation: Assess academic and social growth, maintain accurate records, and prepare progress reports for parents and administration.
• Communication: Conduct parent-teacher conferences and maintain regular contact with families to discuss student progress and interpret the school program.
• Collaboration: Cooperate with professional staff to assess and solve student health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Supervision: Monitor students during out-of-classroom activities, including cafeteria duty, playground supervision, and hallway monitoring.
• Professional Growth: Participate in district-provided in-service activities and self-selected professional development to maintain high professional competence.

Qualifications & Requirements
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
• Certification: Valid Oklahoma Teaching Certification in Elementary Education or an approved Alternative Teaching Certification.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in both verbal and written formats.
• Interpersonal Skills: Proven ability to establish effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community.
• Physical Requirements: * Adequate manual dexterity for computer use and legible writing.
o Visual acuity to read and transcribe written materials.
o Ability to stand, stoop, bend, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
o Ability to sit for prolonged periods when necessary.

Working Conditions
• Primary work is performed in a well-lighted, climate-controlled classroom environment.
• May periodically require work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, to meet district needs or deadlines