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JOB TITLE:  5th Grade Teacher - Norfolk Middle School

(2026 - 2027 School Year)

  

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college


• Valid Nebraska Certificate with appropriate endorsement in the subject area


• Successful teaching and/or practice teaching experience


• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate


• Successfully pass district background check

 

REPORTS TO:  Building Administrator

 

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:  Building Administrator

 

JOB GOAL: To organize and foster a collaborative environment that effectively facilitates student learning, increases interpersonal communication skills, develops a deeper appreciation of culture and heritage, and reinforces respect for self, property, and others.  The classroom teacher is expected to be a positive role model and assist students in his/her development as productive citizens and responsible adults.

 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  Nine-month year or as established by the Board of Education

 

EVALUATION:  Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the district's Personnel Evaluation Policy.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Consistent and punctual “on-site” attendance at the worksite is an essential job function


• Implements Board policy regarding education philosophy/curriculum under the direction of the administration through planning, organizing, managing, interacting with students; establishing rapport with students, staff, parents, and community, and continuing professional development


• Effectively utilizes the district Instructional Model


• Implements the disciplinary procedures of the district


• Implements instructional elementary practices and applies elementary teaching philosophy to the educational environment.


• Supervises behavior in the school environment to maintain the safety and well-being of the students and staff


• Keeps accurate records of attendance, absences, and tardies


• Collaborates with others in a Professional Learning Community


• Uses an appropriate variety of instructional strategies


• Makes effective use of audio-visual materials and aids


• Communicates positive support of students in their educational development


• Recognizes the exemplary influence of the educator over the student


• Relates with staff, parents, and community stakeholders through positive professional cooperation


• Supervises hallways, cafeteria, study halls, and other assignments on a scheduled basis as directed

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• Student behavior does not detract from the effective learning climate in the classroom


• Teacher exhibits patience, openness, and concern in dealing with students


• Rapport within and outside the classroom evidences mutual respect between the students and teacher


• Teacher exhibits tact and self-control in dealing with parents


• Teacher accepts feedback from administrators with self-reflection and a growth mindset

 

OCCASIONAL:

• Periodically issues communication forms and grade reports


• Suggests positive recommendations for the continuing review and development of the curriculum


• Remains current with professional training and shows evidence of regular professional growth


• Actively participates in scheduled staff meetings, PLC’s, and serves on educational committees