K-5 Teachers

CORAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCE RENO•Reno, NV

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of an administrator, a classroom teacher will implement school board policy regarding the educational curriculum of a particular instructional division and/or instructional unit. The teacher may teach one or more subjects. EXEMPLARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Planning and Preparation Demonstrates mastery of content and pedagogy, knowledge of students and resources Sets instructional outcomes for diverse learners Designs coherent instruction and student assessments aligned with Common Core State Standards Classroom Environment Creates an environment of respect and rapport Organizes physical space to create a safe, accessible, and resource-rich environment Manages classroom procedures and student behavior Establishes a culture for learning Demonstrates cultural competency Instruction Communicates learning expectations to students Engages students in learning Utilizes questioning and discussion techniques Embeds assessment in instruction Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness Demonstrates familiarity with Multi-Tiered Systems of Support Professional Responsibilities Maintains accurate records Reflects on teaching Supports family and community partnerships Participates in a professional community Demonstrates professionalism, integrity and ethical conduct

Requirements

Any combination of education and experience in teaching would provide the required knowledge and skills are qualifying.
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with student teaching experience
Knowledge of: Child development; behavior and characteristics of students; subject area and/or credential area of teaching. (e.g. special education, math, science, etc.); effective teaching skills; planning and organizing; supervision and control; assessment and diagnosis; interpersonal relations.
Skill at: Creating an effective environment for learning, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with teachers, administrators, counselors, and other staff members. The ability to establish and maintain standard of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Effective utilization of technology in instruction, planning, data-based decision making and monitoring of student achievement.
Possession of, or the ability to obtain a valid Nevada teaching license in the relevant subject area/and or grade level.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years of verified contracted teaching experience preferred with a Bachelor's Degree and the ability to obtain a valid teaching license in Nevada

Responsibilities

Demonstrates mastery of content and pedagogy, knowledge of students and resources
Sets instructional outcomes for diverse learners
Designs coherent instruction and student assessments aligned with Common Core State Standards
Creates an environment of respect and rapport
Organizes physical space to create a safe, accessible, and resource-rich environment
Manages classroom procedures and student behavior
Establishes a culture for learning
Demonstrates cultural competency
Communicates learning expectations to students
Engages students in learning
Utilizes questioning and discussion techniques
Embeds assessment in instruction
Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness
Demonstrates familiarity with Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
Maintains accurate records
Reflects on teaching
Supports family and community partnerships
Participates in a professional community
Demonstrates professionalism, integrity and ethical conduct

Benefits

Teacher's Salary Schedule
Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year.
Eligible employees receive ten (10) paid holidays each year.
Eligible employees receive (3) days of paid personal leave each year.
Eligible employees receive five (5) days of paid sick leave each year.
Eligible employees may select an insurance plan wherein CAS contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
Eligible employee paid dependent medical insurance is available for an employee's dependents.
CAS contributes 100% of the district paid portion of eligible employee's insurance premiums for employees who are not scheduled to work in the summer.
No State Income Tax.
No Social Security deductions for most positions working 20 hours per week or more.
Retirement benefit offered is the State of Nevada retirement system, Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), which is one of the best in the country.
Please be advised that benefits begin the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment for full time staff.