Certified staff will be advocates for all learners, focus on academic achievement, and build on student successes by committing to continuous instructional improvement and providing an environment that supports the social development of all students.
1. Planning and Preparation1a. Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy.
1b. Demonstrate knowledge of child growth and development, especially of characteristics of students/children in the age group assigned.
1c. Set appropriate instructional goals.
1d. Design coherent instruction based on district learning targets, the primary function of this position and student data.
1e. Design formative and summative assessments that measure student performance based on established learning targets.
1f. Demonstrate a basic understanding and knowledge of current technology, that is incorporated as a natural instructional tool, in constant use.
1g. Assure that the students always have the appropriate supplies available to perform the tasks required in the various modules.
2. Classroom Environment2a. Create an environment of respect and rapport.
2b. Establish a culture for learning.
2c. Manage classroom procedures.
2d. Manage student behavior.
2e. Organize the physical environment to promote learning.
3. Instruction3a. Implement instruction planned in accordance with Section 1.
3b. Communicate with students.
3c. Use appropriate questioning and discussion techniques.
3d. Engage students in learning.
3e. Use assessment information to drive instructional decision making.
3f. Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness.
4. Professional Responsibilities4a. Reflect on teaching.
4b. Maintain accurate records.
4c. Communicate with families.
4d. Participate in a professional learning community.
4e. Grow and develop professionally.
4f. Demonstrate professionalism in behavior and dress.
4g. Attend meetings, serve on committees, and perform such other duties and assume other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Principal or his/her designee in accordance with the labor agreement and the Board of Education.
4h. Have regular attendance and infrequent absences.
Application Procedure: A complete application will include:
1) A complete on-line application, including completion of all essay questions.
2) A cover letter, uploaded onto your on line application.
3) A resume, uploaded onto your on line application.
4) Three (3) letters of recommendation, one being from your immediate supervisor, uploaded to you on line application.
5) A copy of your college transcripts, uploaded onto your online application.
6) Appropriate entering of your IEIN number and name so that your ISBE approval can be checked on line. Please enter this information where prompted on the application.
Internal and external candidates must apply online. No hard copy applications will be accepted.