Study Skills Teacher/Assistant High School Football Coach-NLRMS 6th Grade

NORTH LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description for Study Skills Teacher/Assistant High School Football Coach

Department: Instructional
Job Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Building Principal
Grade/Level: 6
Amount of Travel Required: Minimal; may be required for pre-approved professional development activities
Positions Supervised: None
Work Schedule: 200-day contract, Monday through Friday

Position Summary:
The Study Skills Teacher will be responsible for helping students develop and improve the skill necessary for academic success, focusing on strategies for effective learning, time management, organization, and test-taking, ultimately empowering them to become independent learners according to state licensure, certification, and subject matter specifically as assigned by the building Principal. Additionally, assist in coaching varsity football.

Essential Functions:

• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students for whom responsible, following district policy and building procedures.
• Maintain a cooperative relationship with other staff members.
• Demonstrate a high individual rate of attendance (goal being 95% or above annually) to maximize student learning.
• Follow all building procedures regarding attendance and punctuality, keeping the principal informed at all times.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Assign and grade classwork and homework in a timely manner, communicating student progress through Edline as required.
• Enforce all NLRSD Board policies, administrative procedures, and rules governing students.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction using research-based best practices.
• Guide and counsel all students based on their academic interests and needs.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
• Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
• Use technology to support instruction.
• Meet with parents and/or guardians to discuss their children's progress.
• Confer with parents, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems and assist in the development and implementation of IEPs and 504 Plans.
• Prepare objectives and comprehensive lesson plans following curriculum maps and the Arkansas State Frameworks.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of secondary school programs.
• Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
• Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, interpreting results to determine students' strengths and areas of need. Develop, implement, and update Academic Improvement Plans.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Perform supervisory duties as assigned in accordance with state statutes.
• Adhere to North Little Rock School District Policies and the state-mandated "Educators' Code of Ethics."
• Follow all state and federal guidelines in association with IDEA and ADA to ensure all students have access to a comprehensive education.
• Maintain a valid Arkansas Teacher's License with appropriate certification and Highly Qualified Teacher status (if applicable).
• Adhere to the Policies of the North Little Rock School District available on the NLRSD website.
• Other duties as assigned by the building Principal.

Position Qualifications:
Competency Statement(s):

• Accountability, Accuracy, Adaptability, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Consensus Building, Creativity, Regular Attendance, Diversity Oriented, Enthusiasm, Ethical, Goal Oriented, Honesty/Integrity, Initiative, Innovative, Interpersonal, Judgment, Loyalty, Management Skills, Motivation, Organized, Patience, Positive Attitude, Presentation Skills, Problem Solving, Punctuality, Reliability, Responsible, Tactful, Team Building

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree with a valid Arkansas Teacher's License with appropriate certification, meeting Arkansas Department of Education standards. 

Skills & Abilities:

• Basic technology proficiency, with the ability to learn and implement district teacher technology including grade reporting and parental communication technology (Grade Quick, Ed Line Programs).

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, handling, fingering, reaching outward, and reaching above shoulder.
• Occasionally climbing, crawling, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds occasionally.
• Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral), Sense of Sound (ability to converse with students and parents), Sense of Touch.
• Work environment is typically quiet to loud, depending on activities. Performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.

The North Little Rock School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.