Alternative Teacher

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for the implementation of at-risk services including academic support, behavior modification, and other intervention strategies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Additional duties may be assigned.

1. Implement at-risk program at assigned building and/or grade level.
2. Maintain academic and attendance records for students.
3. Utilize effective instructional techniques.
4. Utilize effective behavioral management techniques.
5. Develop and maintain behavior and transition plans as appropriate.
6. Maintain effective communication with building administrator and/or staff concerning student progress.
7. Establish and promote communication with parent(s) and/or guardian.
8. Communicate student program information with Coordinator of Intervention
9. Abide by all applicable Board policies.
10. Assist in maintenance of the computer network.
11. Assist in development of annual report on at-risk programs.
12. Assist in the development of additional at-risk grants.
13. Communicate facilities/technical/student issues with Coordinator of Intervention.
14. Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District and self-selected professional growth activities.
15. Identifies pupil needs in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems. Participate in curriculum and other developmental programs.

ECUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

1. Appropriate Missouri Teacher Certification or eligible for Provisional Certificate at appropriate grade levels.

MATHMATICAL SKILLS:

1. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
2. Ability to use and teach mathematics commensurate with assigned position.

 REASONING ABILITY:

1. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines while complying with established policies and procedures of the building and district.
2. Identifies and resolve problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
3. Ability to concentrate, think, read and learn is necessary to perform the essential job duties.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Must have a physical exam and TB test prior to first day of work at the employer’s expense.
2. Demonstrate organizational ability and attention to detail.
3. Ability to provide assistance to the school community as necessary.
4. Ability to work independently.
5. Excellent human relation skills.
6. Knowledge of office equipment (computers, copiers, fax machine, and related items).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, talk, listen, and respond.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee will regularly stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, precise hand-eye coordination and the ability to identify and distinguish colors.  Occasionally, the employee may lift up to 50 pounds, such as, to lift files, papers, and equipment.  The foregoing is not an exclusive list and the employee may be required to exceed the minimum physical demand specifications should the safety and security of students and staff be compromised.

The above physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job.  The noise level in the work environment is usually at a moderate to loud level with frequent interruptions.  The employee continuously interacts with students, staff and the public.  Travel may be necessary to various District buildings and/or other sites.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.

The information contained in 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.