Job Title : Teacher
Work Location : ISL Campuses
Unit / Department : Instructional
Reports to : Assistant Principal and / or Principal
X Full-time
X Exempt
- Position is temporary and is expected to last 3-4 months
- Great opportunity for teachers looking to gain experience or anyone looking for a temporary opportunity to get back into the classroom
Mission :
Our mission at International School of Louisiana is to provide a challenging education emphasizing language immersion, international awareness, the celebration of diversity and community responsibility. The employee must understand and support the school mission.
Summary :
The Teacher is responsible for providing an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Guides the learning process of students in the classroom achievement of curriculum goals and state standards, as well as state and federal guidelinesImplements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiencesIdentifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needsAssists in assessing changing curricular needs and offers plans for improvement.Perform professional responsibilities in terms of attendance, maintenance of records, timely submission of reports, following schedules and duty, etc.Provides a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning processCounsels with students, parents, counselors, and support personnel on a regular basis to give feedback on student performance and to plan for instructionCommunicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basisCollaborates with peers to enhance the instructional environmentModels professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and communityEnsures that student growth and achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and / or program classificationEstablishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and schools, as measured by ISL School Climate Survey results.Assumes responsibility for meeting his / her course and school-wide student performance goalsDemonstrates gains in student performanceParticipates in professional development activitiesMeets professional obligations through efficient work habitsMaintain compliance with all school policies and proceduresInteracts collaboratively and productively with school site personnelExpresses thoughts professionally in oral and written languagePossesses adequate technology skillsKeeps abreast of current research, trends and issues in education by engaging in professional development activitiesDocuments and / or report attendance as prescribed by school, supplying all necessary documents for processing of payment for servicesPerforms related duties as assigned by supervisorMaintains compliance with all school policies and proceduresPerforms other duties as required.Qualifications, Education and Work Experience :
Bachelor's Degree or higher requiredTeaching and online experience valuedTeaching Certificate preferredTarget language proficiency where appropriateDemonstrates strong work ethic to achieve school goalsDisplays effective multi-tasking and time management skillsHave knowledge of developmentally appropriate practicesHave the ability to conform to an established work scheduleHave effective interpersonal skillsComputer / Technology knowledge (Student Data base, MS Office, Goggle Classroom, Smart Technology and any other applications) and utilizes all required and ISL computer applicationsMust be able to work under pressure and meet deadlinesAbility to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practicesWork Environment :
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) ;Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 40 pounds;Required to be exposed to physical occupational risksRequired to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements;Normal setting for this job is an .ISL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires ISL to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.Professional Conduct :
Employee acknowledges that he / she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to : neglect of duty, dishonesty, and engagement in acts that are contrary to ISL policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.
Evaluation :
This position will be evaluated following Louisiana state requirements using the Kim Marshall rubric, on duties referenced in this job description, engagement in continuous, purposeful professional growth and development and professional responsibilities.
Chain of Supervision : Assistant Principal and Principal
Supervises : Students and assistant teachers
