Elementary Homeroom Teacher

TITLE:                         ELEMENTARY HOMEROOM TEACHER

REPORTS TO:           PRINCIPAL

Primary Functions:  

The Elementary Homeroom Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and fostering the academic, social, and emotional development of elementary students. The teacher creates a supportive, engaging learning environment that promotes critical thinking, collaboration, and student achievement.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Planning, preparing, and delivering well-structured lessons aligned with Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts and Mathematics, and relevant standards in Science and Social Studies.
• Assessing students’ academic levels using formative and summative assessments aligned with CCSS learning objectives.
• Implementing instructional strategies that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, reading comprehension, writing proficiency, and mathematical reasoning.
• Differentiating instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students, including those requiring intervention or enrichment.
• Using data from assessments to inform instruction and monitor student progress toward mastery of standards.
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that supports active learning and student engagement.
• Integrating educational technology and a variety of instructional resources to support Common Core-aligned instruction.
• Providing timely, meaningful feedback to students to support growth and achievement.
• Setting homework that reinforces Common Core skills and is appropriate to students’ abilities and workload, in accordance with school policy.
• Supporting students’ social and emotional development and promoting positive behavior and classroom routines.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of student progress, assessments, and attendance.
• Communicating effectively with parents regarding student progress, learning goals, and classroom expectations.
• Participating in collaborative planning, professional development, and school-wide initiatives related to curriculum and instruction.
• Carrying out homeroom duties and additional responsibilities as assigned by the administration.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or a related field.
• Degree in education or a teaching certificate may be required.
• Experience teaching elementary grades is preferred.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to analyze student data and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Patience, flexibility, and a commitment to student-centered learning.
• Strong collaboration and professional ethics.

About American Baccalaureate School:

ABS is a private, non­-profit school offering an American-based curriculum including a wide variety of advanced courses, and a college preparatory program, guiding students to become independent, intellectual global citizens. It is our goal to develop responsible and accountable young adults who are prepared for the challenges of international universities. The American Baccalaureate School opened its doors in September 2006 to 550 students. We now have over 1,300 students enrolled from pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade.

For more information about ABS visit:  www.abs.edu.kw