Job Objective: Plans, implements, and assesses student learning experiences. Helps students make appropriate choices. Encourages parental involvement.
Minimum Qualifications: - Valid state department of education license / certificate appropriate for the position.
- Evidence of exemplary classroom teaching experience
- A special commitment to helping urban students to succeed; with an emphasis on urban schools representing a variety of socioeconomic levels, racial and ethnic backgrounds
- Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with administrators, teachers, parents and community/corporate groups
- Ability to work well as part of an interdisciplinary team
- Willingness to spend the additional time needed to effectively meet the challenges, objectives, and purposed of the school
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.
| - Teaches classes as scheduled. Maintains a thorough understanding of subject material. Creates effective student learning experiences.
- Documents teaching performance objectives.
- Use formal and informal assessment strategies to monitor and manage student learning.
- Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines / procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district. Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs.
- Promotes effective communications and assistance. Uses problem - solving techniques to tactfully address questions / concerns. Refers policy interpretation inquires to administrative staff.
- Prepares the assigned classroom or instructional area. Develops written lesson plans that align with state standards and the district's adopted courses of study / curriculum goals.
- Evaluates the academic needs of students.
- Develops meaningful educational activities that engage and stimulate student learning. Varies instructional techniques to address diverse learning styles.
- Helps students take full advantage of the learning environment (e.g., use of instructional / media resources, access / proximity to activities, etc.)
- Communicates expectations, provides guidance, and shows an active interest in student progress.
- Facilitates self - reliance, problem -solving, critical - thinking, creativity, and performance skills.
- Plans collaborative student learning activities that encourage positive peer relationships.
- Collaborates with other staff. Shares knowledge and resources that enhance student learning.
- Upholds the student conduct code. Implements effective pupil management procedures.
- Maintains a positive learning environment.
- Helps parents / students understand academic objectives, behavioral standards and performance expectations.
- Consults with support personnel to address student concerns (e.g., excessive absences, at-risk behavior, mental / physical health, family / peer relations, etc.).
- Collaborates with staff to implement and monitor behavior management plans when required.
- Supports and inclusive educational environment. Provides opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in appropriate learning activities.
- Initiates referrals for student assistance as needed. Meets mandated paperwork deadlines. Helps the intervention assistance team (IAT) prepare plans when required.
- Supports and inclusive educational environment. Provides opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in appropriate learning activities.
- Initiates referrals for student assistance as needed. Meets mandated paperwork deadlines.
- Proctors district testing activities as directed. Upholds security procedures. Helps students with content - area preparation activities.
- Maintains accurate records and submits report on time.
- Evaluates student achievement performance. Prepares progress reports. Consults with parents as needed (e.g., phone calls, notes, meetings, etc.).
- Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
- Promotes the proper use, care, and security of school property.
- Takes precautions to ensure safety. Monitors situations that may indicate a problem. Provides appropriate student supervision. Works with supervisor to manage or eliminate risk factors.
- Reports suspected child abuse and / or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
- Supervise non-classroom activities when assigned.
- Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and other required school activities.
- Encourages parent organizations and supports school - sponsored activities.
- Pursues growth opportunities that enhance professional performance and advance district goals.
- Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
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Abilities Required: The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties. - Acknowledges personal accountability for decisions and conduct.
- Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
- Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
- Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
- Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience.
- Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
- Organizes tasks and manages time effectively. Meets deadlines despite time constraints.
- Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.
- Uses diplomacy and exercises self - control when dealing with other individuals.
| APPLICATION PROCESS:
Complete online application and upload a resume and any other credentials pertinent to the position. |
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