Report to : Building Principal
Qualifications :
- Achieved, at a minimum, a Bachelor's Degree
- Hold a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with endorsements in these area(s) of teaching :
- Social Science (CX); OR
- Social Studies (RX) with experience in high school Sociology
- Evidence of good interpersonal skills with colleagues
- Willingness to learn, acquire, and apply new skills and knowledge
- Evidence of adaptability and problem-solving skills
Essential Functions and Duties
Ability to Plan and Prepare Instructional TasksUtilize a variety of assessment toolsAdminister, record and track data of student assessment with the counselor and building administratorMaintain records of student progress, growth and developmentParticipate in child study meetings when necessaryRegularly report student progress, concerns, changes to the building principalMaintain accurate attendance records as directedPlan instructional tasks that are meaningful and related to learning goals2. Provide Instruction to Students
Implement district curriculumMaintain a strong instructional focus utilizing the elements of effective instructionCommunicate a high level of expectation to studentsCommunicate clear learning goals to studentsAdapt instruction to meet the needs of all studentsInteract positively with student groupsIntegrate thinking processes into real-life applicationsAddress various learning styles ? Sequence content at an appropriate paceUse appropriate level questioning to promote understandingRelate lesson content to prior and future learningRequire students to summarize information in written and / or verbal formAppropriately recognize and reinforce individual student effortRepresent knowledge / information non-linguistically through a variety of methodsRequire students to analyze and apply knowledgeCreate meaningful cooperative classroom team building activitiesDisplay passion and optimism; inspire, respect, and express enthusiasm, enjoyment, and humor for teaching; expect students to enjoy learning3. Provide Effective Classroom Environment
Establish appropriate classroom rules and procedures that are clearly understood by all studentsEffectively and consistently enforce rules and follow proceduresRedirect students naturally and immediately without disrupting othersBe well-organized and have all materials, equipment, etc., ready for immediate useCarry out smooth and effective transitions from one activity to anotherMaximize time on purposeful instructional tasksBegin and end class periods with focus on learningEstablish a positive learning environmentSpeak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrate presentation skills4. Participate in Professional Growth Opportunities
Participate in ongoing professional growth provided by the districtParticipate in school / professional and / or community organizations or eventsSeek professional development outside the organization for continued growthMaintain certification and endorsement renewals timelyDevelop strategies to achieve organizational goalsSet and achieve challenging goals; try new things; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence; takes calculated risks to accomplish goalsAssesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with othersPrioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently; plan for additional resources; set goals and objectives; organize and schedule other people and their tasks; develop realistic action plansAdapt to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected eventsFollow policies and procedures; complete administrative tasks correctly and on time; support organizational goals and values; benefit the organization through outside activities5. Demonstrate Professionalism
Is consistently at work and on time;Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent;Arrives at meetings and appointments on timeTreats people with respect; keep commitments; work with integrity; behave ethically; upholds organizational valuesDisplays willingness to make decisions; exhibit sound and accurate judgment; support and explain reasoning for decisions, with research / proof to back-up those decisions; includes appropriate people in decision making process; make timely decisionsApproach others in a tactful manner;React well under pressure;Treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position;Accept responsibility for own actions;Follow through on commitmentsExhibits confidence in self and others; inspire and motivate others to perform well; effectively and positively influence actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to othersCommunicate effectively and professionally with colleagues, parents, and studentsConduct parent-teacher conferences in accordance with district policiesUse of electronic communication such as Twitter, Facebook, or other forms of social media will be conducted professionally and respectfully to self and others6. Follow the district and building policies and procedures
7. Know and understand your contract
8. Support the district goals
9. Perform other duties as assigned by district or building administrators
Work Provisions
The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his / her employment in the District.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position
