Colbert County is Hiring a Possible Elementary Teacher Near Tuscumbia, AL
JOB DESCRIPTION
Teacher
QUALIFICATIONS
As set by state certification authorities
REPORTS TO
Principal
JOB GOAL
To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the time designated
Plans a program of study that meets the needs, interests, and abilities of the students
Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
Prepares for classes assigned and provides written evidence of preparation
Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to communicate these objectives to students
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
Strives to implement by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
Assesses accomplishments of students and provides progress reports as required
Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
Makes provisions to be available to students/parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested under reasonable terms
Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for paraprofessionals and volunteers
Strives to maintain and improve professional competence
Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required
Provides written lesson plans, which are accessible for use by a substitute teacher
Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may from time to time be assigned by higher authority
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Terms of employment shall be consistent with the law relating to employment by a school system in the State of Alabama. Nine-month year, with a salary scale established by the Board for this position.
SALARY
Salary in accordance with Board approved State Salary Schedule.
EVALUATION
The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s Policy on Evaluation of Certified Personnel.