Congress Elementary School is currently seeking a teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Possible position may be fourth grade teacher.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities
•plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
•develop schemes of work and lesson plans
•establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
•prepare classroom for class activities
•provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
•identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs
•instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
•use relevant technology to support instruction
•observe and evaluate student's performance and development
•assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments
•provide appropriate feedback on work
•encourage and monitor the progress of individual students
•maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
•update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law, district policies and school regulations
•prepare required reports on students and activities
•manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
•maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
•apply appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary
•perform certain pastoral duties including student support, counseling students with academic problems and providing student encouragement
•participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations
•participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings
•communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
•keep updated with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
Education and Experience
•Bachelors degree or higher from an accredited institution
•Meet professional teacher education requirements
•State certification
•Relevant teaching experience
•Knowledge of relevant technology
Key Competencies
•self-motivation
•high energy level when appropriate
•verbal and written communication skills
•attention to detail
•high work standards
•problem solving
•decision making
•organizing and planning
•learning orientation
•critical thinking
•stress tolerance
•flexibility and adaptability
•initiative
Application Process
Certified and Classified staff forms found under District's Forms/Publications tab.
Application Procedure: Please complete certified job application form. Congress Elementary School is accepting job applications through Thursday, February 12, 2026.
Interviews to be conducted through Thursday, March 5, 2026 if needed. Possibility of hiring by March 15, 2026; dependent upon number of applicants and interviews to be completed.
Position is for school year 2026-2027.
*We are always accepting applications. Please go to the District Forms/Publications tab for all applications and salary schedules.