Job Description
Position: Teacher / Kindergarten
Salary: Based on Degree Level, Experience and Mingo County Pay Scale.
I. Primary Function
Instruct students in subject matter utilizing various teaching methods, such as lecture and demonstration, uses audiovisual aids and other materials to supplement presentation.
Major Classroom Responsibilities
• Implementing his/her program of study.
• Fostering a classroom climate conducive to learning.
• Utilizing instructional management system which increases student learning and maximizing time on task.
• Monitoring student progress toward learning outcome.
• Maintaining and upgrading his or her professional skill.
• Promoting and maintaining positive pupil teacher parent relations.
• Maintaining professional work habits.
Professional Development
• Participate in faculty and professional meetings.
• Attend educational conferences and teacher workshops.
Special Assignment
• Perform related duties such as sponsoring one or more special activities or student organizations.
Organizational Relationships
• Is accountable to the principal for performance of assigned duties.
• Relates role to the building and system wide programs and objectives.
• Coordinates work with members of their particular department.
Performance Standards
• In-class behavior:
There is evidence that the pupils assigned to certain courses for which the instructor is responsible have achieved established objectives.
• Out of class behavior:
There is evidence that the instructor has developed behavior that results in effective cooperation with his colleagues and lay persons.
Position-Holder Qualification
• Graduate of a four (4) year college
• Function effectively as a member of an instructional team.
• Maintain strong commitment to the subject matter that he/she teaches.
• Works effectively with the community.
• Has ability to adapt to differences and changes in pupil characteristics.
Endorsements Required
Elementary Education K-6
TEACHER PERFORMANCE CRITERIA STANDARD 1: CURRICULUM AND PLANNING
• The teacher demonstrates a deep and extensive knowledge of the subject matter.
• The teacher designs standards-driven instruction using state-approved curricula.
• The teacher uses a balanced assessment approach to guide student learning.
STANDARD 2: THE LEARNER AND THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
• 2.1 The teacher understands and responds to the unique characteristics of learners.
• 2.2 The teacher establishes and maintains a safe and appropriate learning environment.
• 2.3 The teacher establishes and maintains a learner-centered culture.
STANDARD 3: TEACHING
• 3.1 The teacher utilizes a variety of research-based instructional strategies.
• 3.2 The teacher motivates and engages students in learning, problem solving and collaboration.
• 3.3 The teacher adjusts instruction based on a variety of assessments and student responses.
STANDARD 4: PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR SELF-RENOWN
• 4.1 The teacher engages in professional development for self-renewal that guides continuous examination and improvement of professional practice.
• 4.2 The teacher actively engages in collaborative learning opportunities for self-renewal with colleagues.
STANDARD 5: PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY
• 5.1 The teacher participates in school-wide collaborative efforts to support the success of all students.
• 5.2 The teacher works with parents, guardians, families and community entities to support student learning and well-being.
• 5.3 The teacher promotes practices and policies that improve school environment and student learning.
STANDARD 6: STUDENT LEARNING
• 6.1 The work of the teacher results in measurable progress of student learning and state-approved curricula.
STANDARD 7: PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
• 7.1 The teacher demonstrates professional conduct as defined in law, policy and procedure at the state, district and school level.
• Policy and Procedure
• Schedule
• Respect
Applicants who have unsatisfactory evaluations, have been dismissed or had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district will not be considered eligible for consideration.
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