6th Grade Math Teacher

1. Meets and instructs assigned classes in the location and at the times designated

2. Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students

3. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students

4. Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor and that are available for substitute teachers

5. Sets and maintains standards of appropriate classroom student behavior

6. Guides the learning process towards 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

7. 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

8. Implements by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives

9. Assesses the skill levels of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required

10. Uses data to identify the learning needs of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required, and adopts instruction to meet the needs of the students MAHANOY AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT TEACHER JOB DESCRIPTION Page 2 of 3

11. Takes all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

12. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation

13. Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner

14. Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when requested to do so under reasonable terms

15. Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s), volunteer(s), and student teachers, if assigned

16. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence, i.e., Act 48, tenure requirements, and certification requirements

17. Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required

18. Follows the professional code of ethics and standards as presented by PA Department of Education

19. Keeps up with latest technology to assist in instruction

20. Oversees Teaching Assistants and their direct responsibilities in the classroom

21. Provides feedback to the Director of Special Education on the classroom Teaching Assistant’s work performance

22. Develops and revises Teaching Assistant’s schedules

23. Schedules, coordinates, and facilities IEP meetings, as required for the students on their caseload

24. Maintains a caseload of Special Education students, as allowable and regulated by PDE and completes quarterly progress monitoring of each IE goal, reporting to parents as often as report cards are provided

25. Assists the guidance counselor in developing student schedules.

26. Writes and implements student IEP, PBSP’s and behavioral contracts as needed for individual students MAHANOY AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT TEACHER JOB DESCRIPTION Page 3 of 3

27. Assist with personal hygiene of students as needed

28. Maintains confidentiality of student records

20. Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person