JOB SUMMARY

Normandy Schools Collaborative is seeking talented educators with a broad base knowledge of curriculum and pedagogy on an as-needed basis. In this position, associates are expected to plan, organize, and deliver programs of instruction that support the premise/core belief that all children can learn and implement activities that promote the learning goals and academic expectations, on an as-needed basis. Our diverse student population deserves and appreciates teachers committed and passionate about their work. This position is expected to work full-time, five days a week throughout the school year.

Reports to: Building Principal

Supervises: None

Pay Grade: Classified Salary Schedule

Terms of Employment: 10 Month

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates instructional concepts using representations such as models, boards, projectors, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aides
• Design learning activities that will connect student learning to their physical world and other content areas
• Design learning activities that will allow students opportunities to communicate orally and written with others
• Creates and maintains an inviting, stimulating instructional area with attractive student-centered bulletin board displays, learning centers, and projects consistent with the physical limitations of the teaching area
• Supports the program of study, using a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology
• Analyzes and uses appropriate data to guide instruction and develop assessments
• Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the principal
• Demonstrate an overall knowledge of one's discipline(s) that allows him/her to teach to the student's ability levels and learning styles
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policies, and administrative regulations
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
• Communicate expectations, criteria for assessment, student progress, and student strengths/weaknesses to parents and students
• Maintain confidentiality of information concerning students, colleagues, and parents
• Demonstrate high standards of professionalism and ethics
• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policies
• Performs other tasks as assigned 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Possess knowledge of district policies and mandates related to parent involvement, discipline, and student achievement
• Possess a willingness to develop lesson plans and appropriate instructional aides stressing laboratory learning methods
• Possess a willingness to interact on a personal level with parents
• Demonstrate organizational skills related to all Essential Functions listed above
• Demonstrate knowledge and ability to create an effective Parent Resource Center
• Demonstrate patience and compassion with students, staff, and parents in a variety of settings
• Develop trusting relationships with parents, teachers and students
• Work effectively on a team and with parents
• Work collaboratively with peers and others
• Possess knowledge of various cultures' values, behaviors, beliefs, and traditions
• Possess strong and effective written and oral communication and presentation skills with all constituencies
• Passionate about improving public, and urban education and driven to make a difference
• Demonstrates initiative and problem-solving capabilities
• Possess a willingness to access a student's special needs and collaborate with school services and community agencies to meet those needs
• Possess a willingness to collaborate with community agencies

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Working with culturally, diverse parents and families in an urban educational setting
• Serving effectively in a collaborative team setting
• Valid Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate (require

REQUIREMENT

Physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to walk and use fingers, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception. Occasionally the employee will lift up to 50 lbs., such as lifting files and paper.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. The employee continuously interacts with the public and staff.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.