KINGSPORT CITY SCHOOLS
TEACHER – ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
The job of Teacher – Elementary was established for the purpose/s of facilitating student success in academic
and interpersonal skills through implementing school system approved curriculum; documenting teaching and
student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of student; providing a safe and
optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding
student progress expectations, goals, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelors degree in job related area
Equivalency: None Specified
Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired
Certificates & Licenses: Valid teacher’s license with appropriate endorsement acceptable to the
state of Tennessee Department of Education.
All teachers of record of core academic subjects must be “highly qualified”.
Required Testing: Pre-employment Physical Exam
Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
Continuing Education/Training: Maintain state license requirements
FLSA Status: Exempt
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 Instructs students individually and in groups (whole and small), using various teaching methods,
as permitted by the principal and curricula guidelines.
 Adapts classroom work in order to provide students with instructional materials that address
individualized learning plans within established lesson plans.
 Administers developmental testing programs and/or subject specific assessments, etc.
 Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectation, and/or goals.
 Communicates effectively (i.e., strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills).
 Counsels with students in order to improve performance, health status, problem solving
techniques and a variety of personal issues.
 Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments.
 Effectively plans lessons adhering to Common Core State Standards when applicable.
 Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicates those objectives
to students.
 Facilitates student learning to help achieve success in academic, interpersonal and daily living
skills through defined curriculum.
 Fosters cooperative social behavior through activities and group projects to assist students in
forming satisfying relationships with other students and adults.
 Is available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day
when requested to do so by the administration.
 Maintains accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and
administrative regulations.
 Manages student behavior in order to provide a safe and optimal learning environment.
 Models conversation, manners, clean-up activities, listening skills, etc.
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 Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field
trips, extracurricular activities, rest times, etc.).
 Organizes age appropriate indoor and outdoor activities.
 Provides a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in
learning activities and in imaginative play.
 Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.).
 Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress.
 Directs student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student workers.
 Maintains a high level of personal integrity and strong work ethic.
 Assumes the responsibility of having regular and timely attendance.
 Participates in a variety of meetings and trainings.
 Assumes responsibility for knowing and following the safety rules and proper procedures
associated with the responsibilities of the job.
 Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community
resources for the benefit of and in the best interest of students in the academic areas, athletics,
special programs, extra-curricular activities, etc.
 Follows all board policies, school system rules and administrative regulations.
 Maintains confidentiality relative to employee, student, and parent records/information and
procedures according to legal and system guidelines such as the Employee Handbook or
Kingsport City Schools Policy Manual.
 Reports immediately, as required by law, to the appropriate agency(ies) and the principal or other
persons designated by the school system, incidents of actual or suspected child abuse, actual or
suspected child sexual abuse.
 Reports immediately, as required by law or school policy, to the appropriate agency(ies) and/or
the principal or other persons designated by the school system, incidents involving unlawful
student possession of weapons or drugs or fighting on school property.
 Responds in a prompt and professional manner to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g.
teachers, students, parents, administrators, boosters, etc.).
 Responds to emergency situations and safety concerns as necessary and directs to appropriate
personnel for resolution.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
 Performs other job related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics – Knowledge of electronic equipment, and computer hardware and
software, including the ability to use computers, iPads, smart boards and other technology
equipment effectively.
Education and Training – Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training
design, teaching and instruction for individual and groups, and the measurement of training
effects.
English Language – Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including
the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Geography – Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and
air masses; including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution
of plant, animal, and human life.
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Psychology – Knowledge of human behavior and performance, individual differences in ability,
personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the
assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Public Safety and Security – Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and
strategies to promote effective school security operations for the protection of people, data, and
property.
Mathematics – Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their
applications.
Sociology and Anthropology – Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and
influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
SKILLS
Active Learning – Understanding the implications of new information for both current and
future problem-solving and decision-making.
Active Listening – Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to
understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at
inappropriate times.
Complex Problem Solving – Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to
develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of
alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Instructing – Teaching others how to do something.
Judgment and Decision Making – Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential
actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Learning Strategies – Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures
appropriate of the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Monitoring – Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations
to make improvements or take corrective action.
Reading Comprehension – Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related
documents.
Speaking – Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Social Perceptiveness – Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as
they do.
Time Management – Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Writing – Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
ABILITIES
Deductive Reasoning – The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce
answers that make sense.
Fluency of Ideas – The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of
ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
Inductive Reasoning – The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or
conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
Information Ordering – The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern
according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures,
mathematical operations).
Limited Supervision – The ability to perform the duties of the job with limited supervision.
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Near Vision – The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Oral Comprehension – The ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented
through spoken words and sentences.
Oral Expression – The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will
understand.
Problem Sensitivity – The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It
does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
Speech Clarity – The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
Speech Recognition – The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Written Comprehension – The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in
writing.
Written Expression – The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will
understand.
WORK ACTIVITIES
Coaching and Developing Others – Identifying the developmental needs of others and
coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates – Providing information to
supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail or in person.
Developing Objectives and Strategies – Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the
strategies and actions to achieve them.
Documenting/Recording Information – Entering, transcribing, recording, storing or
maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships – Developing constructive and
cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards – Using relevant
information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws,
regulations, or standards.
Getting Information – Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all
relevant sources.
Interacting with Computers – Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and
software) to enter data and collect and process information.
Interpreting the Meaning of Information to Others – Translating or explaining what
information means and how it can be used.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems – Analyzing information and evaluating results to
choose the best solution and solve problems.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work – Developing specific goals and plans to
prioritize, organize, and accomplish the work.
Thinking Creatively – Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships,
systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Training and Teaching Others – Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal
educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge – Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new
knowledge to the job.
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WORK ENVIRONMENT
The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions required the following
physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and
balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger
dexterity. Generally, the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing. This job is
performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Strength & Endurance
Lifting or Exerting Force
Up to 10 pounds Frequent – less than 66%
Up to 25 pounds Occasional – less than 33%
Up to 50 pounds None
Up to 100 pounds None
Over 100 pounds None
Carrying Occasional – less than 33%
Pushing Occasional – less than 33%
Pulling Occasional – less than 33%
Mobility
Standing Constant – more than 66%
Walking Constant – more than 66%
Sitting Occasional – less than 33%
Coordination
Stooping Occasional – less than 33%
Kneeling Occasional – less than 33%
Crouching Occasional – less than 33%
Crawling Occasional – less than 33%
Upper Extremity
Reaching Frequent – less than 66%
Handling Frequent – less than 66%
Fingering Frequent – less than 66%
Feeling Frequent – less than 66%
Climbing & Balancing
Climbing Occasional – less than 33%
Balancing Frequent – less than 66%
Sensory – Talking
Talk Ordinary Constant – more than 66%
Talk Other Constant – more than 66%
Sensory – Hearing
Conversation Constant – more than 66%
Other Sounds Constant – more than 66%
Sensory – Vision
Acuity near Constant – more than 66%
Acuity far Constant – more than 66%
Depth perception Constant – more than 66%
Accommodation Constant – more than 66%
Color vision Constant – more than 66%
Field of vision Constant – more than 66%
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ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Temperature & Moisture
Extreme Cold Less than 5% or not present
Extreme Heat Less than 5% or not present
Wet/Humid Less than 5% or not present
Noise & Vibration
Noise Constant – more than 66%
Vibration Constant – more than 66%
Hazards
Mechanical Less than 5% or not present
Explosive Less than 5% or not present
Electrical Less than 5% or not present
Radiation exposure Less than 5% or not present
Burn exposure Less than 5% or not present
Other hazards Less than 5% or not present
Atmospheric Conditions
Fumes exposure Less than 5% or not present
Mists exposure Less than 5% or not present
Odors exposure Less than 5% or not present
Gases exposure Less than 5% or not present
Dust exposure Less than 5% or not present
Other atmospheric Less than 5% or not present
Protective Clothing & Devices
Must wear PPE to meet universal precaution standards
Work Environment
95% Inside
5% Outside
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of
responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned.
PROVISION
This job description may be revised at any time. This is not a contract of employment, and the
employee’s performance may be evaluated by factors not included on the written job description.
There may be additional or different requirements or qualifications required by the state or federal
government that are not included in this job description.
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Employment Information

Kingsport City Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age or disability in admission to, access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. The system will be in compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1994, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Applications will be kept on file for one year from the last time updated.

Conditions of Employment
Are you a U.S. citizen or otherwise legally authorized to work in the U.S.?
I understand that by checking "Yes" to this question that if I am offered employment with Kingsport City Schools, I hereby consent to the collection and retention of my fingerprints as part of the application and employment process. I understand that my fingerprints will be used to check Federal and State criminal history records that pertain to me directly including, without limitation, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, pursuant to 28 CFR, Sections 16.30-16.34. I acknowledge that I have been notified of the procedures to challenge the accuracy or completeness of my record, set forth in Title 28 CFR 16.34. I am aware that a copy of these procedures may be downloaded from FBI.gov.
I understand that knowingly falsifying information in this application shall be sufficient grounds for termination of employment. I also understand that if I am applying for a position as a teacher with Kingsport City Schools, knowingly falsifying the following information on this application shall be sufficient grounds for termination of employment and shall also constitute a Class A misdemeanor that must be reported to the district attorney general: (i) information regarding prior convictions, (ii) information regarding cause for prior dismissal from a teaching position, and (iii) information regarding submission of a written resignation to my current employer, if applicable.

General Questions
I am a current employee of Kingsport City Schools.
I am not a current employee, but I have worked for Kingsport City Schools in the past.
If you are currently or were previously employed by Kingsport City Schools, please state when and in what capacity.
Are you related to anyone currently employed by Kingsport City Schools? If yes, list their name, position and location.
I am currently licensed to teach in the State of Tennessee.
If you are currently licensed to teach in the State of Tennessee, please state the grade bands and subject areas for which you hold licensure. (Endorsement numbers are acceptable.)
If you are not currently licensed in the state of TN, please state: a. Whether you hold an active out of state license and if so, which state and what you are currently licensed to teach in that state (subject and grades). b. If licensure is in process in the state of Tennessee and indicate the date you anticipate obtaining licensure and the license you are seeking (subject and grades).
Have you ever been discharged or non-renewed from any employment (including regular or extracurricular positions) in order to avoid discharge or non-renewal? If yes, explain circumstances, including the underlying facts, place, date and outcome.
Have you ever resigned or otherwise separated from any employment (inclusive of regular or extracurricular positions) in order to avoid discharge or non-renewal? If yes, explain circumstances, including the underlying facts, place, date and outcome.
Have you ever been placed on probation in any other employment capacity? If yes, explain circumstances, including the underlying facts, place, date and outcome.
Have you ever had any teaching or other professional license or certification, of any kind, revoked or suspended, or have you in any way been sanctioned by, or is any charge or complaint now pending against you, before any licensing, certification or other regulatory agency, or body, public or private? If yes, explain circumstances, including the underlying facts, place, date and outcome.
Have you ever been disciplined for misconduct by a past or present employer (by suspension, time off without pay, termination, etc.)? If yes, explain circumstances, including the underlying facts, place, date and outcome.
Have you ever been charged with, but not convicted of a crime? (Excluding civil infractions, such as minor traffic citations.) If yes, include explanation of the nature of the charge, place, date, and court. A pending criminal charge will not necessarily bar you from employment.
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony in this state or in any other state? (The term "convicted" means all adverse dispositions, including a finding of guilty, a plea of guilty or nolo contendere, an Alford plea, a stipulation to the facts, a deferred or suspended sentence, or a deferred prosecution. You may exclude disclosure of parking or moving traffic violations, if the maximum sanction provided by law for such violation does not include a period of confinement.) If yes, include explanation of the nature of the crime, place, date, and court. A conviction record will not necessarily bar you from employment.
Are you now being investigated for any alleged misconduct or other alleged grounds for discipline by any licensing, certification, or other regulatory body (teacher certification or otherwise) or by your current or any previous employer? If yes, you must provide the name, address and telephone number of the employer or licensing body and statement of the accusation against you.
Have you ever had a report of child abuse or sexual activities involving a PreK-12 student or minor filed against you with a school district, a federal, state, or police agency, or in court? If yes, explain circumstances, including the underlying facts, place, date and outcome.
If you are currently employed with another district, please indicate whether you have provided your current district with a written resignation and the date your resignation was provided. If you have not provided a written resignation to your current district, please indicate that you will provide a written resignation to your current district at least thirty (30) days prior to the beginning date of employment with Kingsport City Schools.

Definitions

Kingsport City Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.  Inquiries concerning the system's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX or the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are directed to the Kingsport City Schools compliance officer for employees, Jennifer Guthrie at 400 Clinchfield Street, Suite 200, Kingsport, TN 37660, or by phone at (423) 378.2103, and for students Dr. Lamar Smith at 400 Clinchfield Street, Suite 200, Kingsport, TN 37660, or by phone at (423) 378.8598. Inquiries concerning Section 504 are directed to contact compliance officer Dr. Lamar Smith.

I understand that all job offers are contingent upon passing all required pre-employment requisites including a criminal background investigation and that such criminal background check will be used to check criminal history records of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Consideration of this application will cease at any time misleading or incorrect statements, omissions, falsification of information, or failure to disclose criminal convictions is discovered or established.

I understand that if I am unable to perform the job responsibilities/functions as outlined in the job description due to a disability, I must inform Human Resources and identify any specific accommodations that I will require.

I understand that if I am offered employment, any false or misleading information stated in my application or interview(s) that is discovered or established may result in immediate discharge.

I further understand and agree that by clicking the "Save and Next" button, my application will be finalized and submitted to Kingsport City Schools as an employment application and that my act of electronically submitting this application will constitute my electronic signature.

Benefits
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Attachments
Cover letter
1st Letter of Reference
Praxis scores
Resume
Undergraduate Transcript
Other
2nd Letter of Reference
3rd Letter of Reference
1st Graduate Transcript
2nd Graduate Transcript

References
GENERAL: 3 of 6 external references required.