TITLE: Certified Teacher (Telecommute Eligible)
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
CERTIFIED PLACEMENT SCHEDULE
QUALIFICATIONS: Appropriate certification and highly qualified requirements.
Preschool Requirements: Documentation of a negative Mantoux skin test or other tuberculosis-screening test recommended by the US Centers for Disease Control administered within 12 months before the starting date of employment.
A Food Handler’s Card authorized through the Arizona Department of Health prior to the starting date of employment.
REPORTS TO: Person(s) designated by the Board or Superintendent
SUPERVISES: Paraprofessionals, volunteers, students and student teachers
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: To provide each child with an environment which will enable him to reach his fullest physical, emotional, educational, psychological, and behavioral potential
I.
Uses knowledge of Subject Matter
Demonstrates knowledge in subject area
Demonstrates knowledge of curriculum development to include scope and sequence
II.
Displays Interpersonal Skills
Communicates effectively with students
Demonstrates and promotes mutual respect
Promotes positive self-concepts in learners
Maintains a positive and stimulating learning environment
Communicates enthusiasm for learning
Uses correct written and oral expression
III.
Plans for Instruction
Submits weekly lesson plans which reflect goals, objectives, and activities
Assesses student’s skills levels to determine the appropriate learning objectives
Plans instruction to achieve selected objectives
Chooses relevant academic activities to ensure appropriate student time on task
Follows the design of the district’s curriculum
Sequences learning activities to achieve specific goals and objectives
Plans instruction at varying and appropriate levels of cognitive thinking
Organizes instructions to meet individual differences and specific needs
Organizes resources such as time, space, materials, and equipment to facilitate the achievement of goals and objectives
Monitors and assesses student’ progress using specific procedures
IV.
Provides instruction
Provides instruction at student’s skill level
Teaches to the learning objectives as specified in the lesson plan
Teaches necessary objectives in a logical sequence
Provides instruction at a variety of levels of thinking
Uses strategies to maximize the amount of time students are engaged in relevant tasks
Uses a variety of instructional techniques and methods related to the objectives
Models correct performance for students
Gives clear directions and explanations related to lesson
Monitors student learning throughout the learning process
Obtains responses for each objective to check student mastery before proceeding
Adjusts instruction to meet individual differences and specific needs
Evaluates students according to consistent objective criteria
V.
Uses Learning Principles in providing instruction
Communicates to students the purpose and value of learning objectives
Provides sufficient teacher directed and independent practice with monitoring to ensure that students are accurate and successful
Communicates the importance of the learning by holding all students accountable for learning
Provides an appropriate focus for student at the beginning of learning objectives
Summarizes learning using a variety of methods
VI.
Uses Classroom Management Strategies
Uses effective classroom management techniques
Communicates expectations for appropriate classroom behavior
Demonstrates ability to work with individuals, small groups, or large groups as determined by instructional objectives
Manages inappropriate classroom behavior by implementing the discipline procedure adopted by the governing board
VII.
Displays Professionalism
Acts in a professional manner
Engages in professional development
Seeks and shares professional ideas
Acts in accordance with teacher responsibilities, both legal and professional and uses discretion in the use of professional or confidential information
Identifies exceptional students and refers them to appropriate specialist
Uses effective strategies for parent teacher communication including conferences
Demonstrates willingness to accept additional responsibilities
Supervises and evaluates additional support staff and/or volunteers when applicable
Shows care in personal hygiene and grooming
Attends all meetings as required
Adheres to Board and Administrative policy
VIII.
Gathers and Records Data
Maintains appropriate and adequate information
Federal Law
State Law
o District Policy
o School Procedures
Telecommute eligibility established by the Governing Board in accordance to Policies GCC & GDD.