3rd Grade Elementary Teacher (External Applicants Only)

Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.
 

James Moss Elementary School � Third Grade Teacher (1.0 FTE) External Applicants Only

Applicant must meet one of the following:

• have a Utah Professional Elementary teaching license; or,
• have an out-of-state Professional Elementary license

 Please upload the following document with your application depending on your licensure situation:

• In and out-of-state applicants must upload a copy of their current state license with their application in order to be considered.
• New graduates from teacher preparation programs who have not yet received their official teaching license should upload a conferral letter from their university in place of the license. The conferral letter must be on official university letterhead and must include:
  • The degree earned
  • The anticipated graduation date
  • The type of license and content area/endorsement(s) in which the candidate will be recommended to the Utah State Board of Education

Candidates must have officially graduated prior to the position start date.  An official copy of the teaching license and degree will be required upon hire.
 

• Must meet or be willing to meet the Utah Science of Reading Requirement (S.B. 241 � see below).
• ESL endorsement preferred.
• Position begins with the 2026 � 2027 school year.

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Sabrina Felsted Principal, at (385) 646-4930 or email sfelsted@graniteschools.org.
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Job TitleTeacherDepartmentSchoolSupervisorSchool PrincipalSalary ScheduleTeacher Salary ScheduleLane PlacementA-GContract Length9 MonthsFLSA ClassificationExempt

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required.  Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

GRANITE SCHOOL DISTRICT � CLASSROOM TEACHER DESCRIPTION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, and/or abilities required.  Regular presence, attendance, timeliness are essential job functions of this position.
 
Job Summary
Under the direction of the school principal, the classroom teacher is responsible for creating a positive learning environment where students develop the skills to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, lifelong learners and productive citizens.  Teachers maintain a safe environment; establish rapport with students, parents and colleagues; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education and do so in accordance with each student's ability.   Teachers differentiate curriculum and use effective research-based methods of instruction. Implement Proficiency-Based Grading in Student Evaluations.
 
Essential Functions

• Teach the core content area(s) outlined in the USBE's Core Curriculum, and adopted by the Board of Education, correlated with other approved learning activities.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instr