Position Type: Elementary School/Elementary

Date Posted: 8/14/2025

Location: Woodbridge Early Childhood Education Center

Date Available: TBD

Closing Date: Until Filled

District: Woodbridge School District POSITION: Elementary Teacher Grades K-2

LOCATION: Woodbridge Early Childhood Education Center

REPORTS TO: Principal of the School

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

The Woodbridge School District is accepting applications for an Elementary Teacher. This is a 10-month position.

JOB SUMMARY:

An elementary teacher is responsible for providing high-quality instruction to students in grades K-2. The teacher will create an engaging, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that fosters students' intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development. The teacher will work to ensure that students meet or exceed academic standards while also promoting a love for learning and personal growth.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must hold or be eligible for teaching certification in elementary education in the State of Delaware. Special Education certification desired Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university Experience working with students with diverse learning needs and disabilities Ability to design and implement differentiated instruction that meets the needs of all learners Excellent communication and organizational skills Passion for teaching and dedication to student success Ability to create an inclusive, respectful, and positive learning environment ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Plan and deliver lessons in accordance with state and district curriculum standards across subjects. Integrate hands-on, interactive, and inquiry-based learning activities that engage students and promote critical thinking. Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse learners, including students with varying abilities and needs. Use a variety of instructional strategies, including technology, cooperative learning, and project-based learning, to enhance student understanding and participation. Create and maintain a positive, supportive, and respectful classroom environment conducive to learning. Establish clear expectations for student behavior and implement consistent classroom rules and routines. Foster a growth mindset by encouraging positive behavior, effort, and perseverance. Use positive reinforcement strategies to encourage student participation, cooperation, and accountability. Regularly assess students' academic progress using both formal and informal methods (e.g., quizzes, assignments, observations, and standardized tests). Provide feedback to students and parents/guardians about academic progress, strengths, and areas for improvement. Use assessment data to adjust lesson plans and instructional methods to meet the needs of all students. Identify students in need of additional academic support and collaborate with special education staff, MLL staff, intervention specialists, and paraprofessionals as needed. Provide individual support to students who need extra help with academic content, as well as emotional or social support. Encourage the development of students' social skills, emotional intelligence, and positive character traits. Promote student autonomy and responsibility by fostering a sense of ownership over learning. Help students develop organizational skills and effective study habits. Collaborate with fellow teachers, staff, and administrators to design and implement interdisciplinary lessons and improve school programs. Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress, classroom activities, and behavior. Participate in parent-teacher conferences, school events, and meetings to discuss student progress and school initiatives. Work collaboratively to develop and implement individual education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs, and attend IEP meetings as applicable. Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient classroom environment. Keep accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior. Prepare instructional materials, supplies, and classroom resources. Ensure that students are well-prepared for lessons and activities by organizing assignments and schedules effectively. Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends, research, and best practices. Engage in self-reflection and seek feedback to continuously improve teaching practices. Attend PLC's, faculty meetings, workshops, other educational training sessions, and school-related events to continuously improve teaching practices and stay current with educational trends. Supervise students during non-instructional times, such as recess, lunch, and school assemblies. Participate in school-wide activities, including special events, field trips, and school celebrations. Support after school programs, extracurricular activities and initiatives, such as clubs or community service projects, as needed. Other duties as assigned Internal candidates: Apply on Frontline and submit a Letter of Interest: https://www.applitrack.com/joindelawareschools/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=40199

External candidates: The following documents represent a completed application file and must be submitted: a letter of interest, updated resume, and three (3) current letters of recommendation. All documents may be attached to the online application .

Complete an online application on Frontline: https://www.applitrack.com/joindelawareschools/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=40199

ADA ACCOMMODATIONS DISCLOSURE: Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Woodbridge School District is required to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. Qualified employees must have the requisite skills, experience, education, and licenses for the job, and must also be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Woodbridge School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment or in educational programs or activities, on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or upon any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law.

Inquiries about compliance should be made to the Title IX Coordinator: Kelley Kirkland, Administration Building 16359 Sussex Highway, Bridgeville, DE 19933. Phone (302) 337-7990.