Fourth Grade (2026-2027 School Year)

Job Title

• Fourth
• Grade
• Teacher
• Position
• Function: Teaches and facilitates learning and maintains academic progress, discipline, and records for students in grades K-5. Works with parents and students to provide and implement classroom education to meet the needs of all students.
• Essential
• Performance
• Responsibilities: Instructs and motivates students in all course study Collaborates and communicates with staff to meet the educational needs of students Assign lessons and correct homework Administers tests to evaluate student progress, record results, and inform parents of progress Maintains discipline in the classroom Maintains a classroom that is conducive to learning, safe, and stimulating Communicates with parents/guardians and schedule periodic meetings to discuss student progress and/or problems Works with Special Education teacher to ensure appropriate modifications are being implemented in the classroom Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops Prepares classroom instructions to promote students’ success on state assessment exams Observes, enforces and is directed by the policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the school district
• Additional
• Duties: Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

Equipment

Must be able to use basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use.

Travel

• Limited travel may be required.
• Physical and
• Mental
• Demands: As outlined in on-site job analysis for Elementary Teacher Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Work in school building environments
• Knowledge,
• Skills, and
• Abilities: Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students Ability to maintain a classroom of approximately 20 students Ability and patience to work interactively with students Skill in organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to deliver teaching instruction in accordance with improved curriculum and standards Excellent skills in verbal and written communication Ability to understand the individual needs of each student Ability to effectively use Microsoft Outlook and the student information system