QUALIFICATIONS, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE
- Valid Iowa teaching license with K-12 Instructional Strategist II : BD / LD endorsement
- Previous special education teaching experience preferred
- Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships and works cooperatively with students, parents and staff
- Project a positive image as an educator in the school and in the community
- Promotes a positive image of the Johnston Schools
- Respects differing points of view
- Demonstrates an understanding and acceptance of diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, gender, special needs and religious groups
- Uses discretion in handling confidential information and situations
- Actively supports expectations of student behavior outside of the classroom during the school day
- Demonstrates a positive attitude and manages stress in a constructive manner
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
PERSONAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and studentsContributes to creating a positive work environmentDemonstrates integrity and respects confidentialityArrives on time and works consistently until the end of his / her scheduled dayTakes advantage of professional growth opportunities related to his / her specific jobWorks independently and with confidenceDemonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situationsDemonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervisionPROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCESS
Teaching to local curriculum standardsCurriculum is presented from whole to part with an emphasis on what students should know and be able to do
Communicates learning goals to students and parentsIncorporates, on a regular basis, activities for students which require applications of learningCreates a classroom environment that promotes learningEstablishes fair and appropriate classroom rules
Corrects inappropriate behavior in an appropriate and timely mannerReinforces positive behaviorsConsistent in expectations concerning student behaviorsEstablishes and maintains rapport with studentsDemonstrates appropriate instructional preparationUses knowledge of students to design educational experiences
Has materials prepared prior to the beginning of classLessons align with the district standards and assessmentsDesigns lessons that are appropriate to age level and student interestLesson design is logical and provides for a clearly understood flow of learningDesigns educational experiences that utilize district provided technologiesUses effective instructional techniquesUses instructional time effectively
Both group and individual instruction are used on a regular basis with limited use of large group lectureEmploys a variety of instructional techniques and strategies including multi-sensory approaches, appropriate questioning and modelling, role playing, self-teaching and activity-based learningUtilizes a variety of instructional resources outside of the textbookClassroom technology is an integrated part of the teaching and learning processModifies lesson plans and instructional techniques as required by student learning needsInstructional techniques provide all students the opportunity to learnInstruction is free of cultural, religious, ethnic or gender biasResponds in a positive and constructive manner to student questionsProvides students with opportunities for successModels and promotes honesty, respect for people and property, responsibility for personal and group actions, personal integrity and the value of hard workUses effective assessment strategiesAssessments directly relate to core curricular concepts and are in integral part of teaching and learning
Assessment of student progress includes both traditional and alternative assessment measuresAssessment is interwoven with learning and occurs on an ongoing basis. Assessment is not solely an end productPROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates a commitment to professional growthKeeps current with appropriate teaching content and instructional techniques and strategies (e.g., participation in professional organizations, workshops and conferences, including the development of technology skills)
Applies knowledge gained through professional growth to the classroomContributes and participates in a positive manner to building and district professional growth opportunitiesWorks collegially to select and implement building and district goalsRemains informed on building and district policies and works cooperatively toward their implementationParticipates, when appropriate, in curriculum development and building / district assignmentsMeets responsibilities beyond the school day related to school functionsMaintains a professional appearance appropriate to job responsibilitiesAssumes leadership roles (committee participation, department chairs, curriculum review, etc.)Terms of Employment : 194-day contract
District Statement
Johnston Community School District is an equal-opportunity affirmative-action employer. It is the policy of the District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, creed, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, marital status in its employment and personnel practices. Johnston Community School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the Director of Human Resources, 6510 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA 50131, 515-278-0470.
