Description

Job Summary:

The Teacher at AMERICAN PREP reports to the School Academic Director (Elementary) and is responsible for the instruction and assessment of a class of students and for coordinating and conducting all activities in relation to student learning and accomplishing the mission of AMERICAN PREP.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Commits to delivering the AMERICAN PREP curriculum to all students equitably.

• Adheres to the AMERICAN PREP Staff Manual.

• Follows the 180-day plan for their grade level or subject level, and updates the plan annually to allow for data-driven improvements.

• Communicates knowledge to students in an interesting, stimulating, and effective manner.

• Assesses student achievement and develops plans to ensure student progress based on assessment data.

• Develops and maintains a stimulating and nurturing environment that meets student's individual and class needs.

• Works with team partners or others as appropriate to develop curriculum that aligns with the AMERICAN PREP standards and the school's charter.

• Uses Direct Instruction approaches where required or recommended

• Implements the CHAMPs program.

• Supports standards-based instructional approaches that ensure the continuous progress of students desiring more challenge, including but not limited to high-ability and high-performance learners.

• Participates in team meetings and offers professional guidance and input

• Engages in professional communication that meets AMERICAN PREPs communication policy.

• Utilizes data gathering and submits required reports in a timely manner.

• Demonstrates an understanding of the Trivium and provides instruction appropriate to the phase of learning students are in. Implements curriculum and instruction in a manner consistent with this understanding.

• Shows empathy for and understanding of students.

• Prepare students adequately for all required assessments

• Develops with parents and students a cooperative partnership based on mutual respect and objectivity. Facilitates resolution of problems that may arise with students and parents.

• Holds parent/student/teacher conferences as outlined in the staff manual.

• Works effectively with parent volunteers.

Professional Development Responsibilities:

• Models and promotes positive interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills as outlined in AMERICAN PREPs communication policy.

• Assumes responsibility for his/her professional growth which may include but not be limited to conferences, meetings, observation and in-service training driven by student needs and school objectives.

• Works as a team member, sharing common planning, professional development, curriculum design, educational experience and training.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Acts as a role model and resource for students and other staff members

• Demonstrates and encourage creativity and excellence

• Is willing to assume responsibilities outside of the classroom in order to achieve the needs of a small but growing school with limited resources

• Performs other duties, as deemed appropriate, by the Director

Qualifications

Experience and Skills:

• Successful candidates will be:

  • Energetic, enthusiastic and committed to student success

  • Able to work well in a teamwork environment, including participation in a coaching model for teaching

• Utah professional/associate license or Bachelor's Degree

Job Benefits:

• American Prep offers medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans and participates in a generous 401(k) plan.