What are the responsibilities and job description for the JROTC Instructor (Non-Commissioned) position at Stanly County Schools?
Position Title : JROTC Instructor (Non-Commissioned)
Term of Employment : Full-time; 11 month,
Reports To : Principal
Pay Information : State Certified Salary Scale; full benefits
General Statement of Job
Plans and provides for appropriate classroom learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Responsible for supervising students in a variety of school related settings; monitoring and evaluating student outcomes; and communicating / interacting with students, parents, staff and the community. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Additionally, is responsible for maintaining appropriate records and following required procedures and practices as well as monitoring the appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
Essential Job Functions
A. MAJOR FUNCTION : Management of Instructional Time
The teacher has materials, supplies, and equipment for each lesson ready at the start of the lesson or instructional activity; gets the class started quickly; gets students on task quickly at the beginning of each lesson; maintains a high level of student time-on-task.
B. MAJOR FUNCTION : Management of Student Behavior
The teacher has established a set of rules and procedures that govern the handling of routine administrative matters; has established a set of rules and procedures that govern student verbal participation and talk during different types of activities-whole-class instruction, small group instruction, etc.; has established a set of rules and procedures that govern student movement in the classroom during different types of instructional and non- instructional activities; frequently monitors the behavior of all students during whole-class, small group, and seat work activities and during transitions between instructional activities; stops inappropriate behavior promptly and consistently, yet maintains the dignity of the student.
C. MAJOR FUNCTION : Instructional Presentation
The teacher begins lesson or instructional activity with a review of previous materials; introduces the lesson or instructional activity and specific learning objectives when appropriate; speaks fluently and precisely; presents the lesson or instructional activity using concepts and language understandable to the students; provides relevant examples and demonstrations to illustrate concepts and skills; assigns tasks that students handle with a high rate of success; asks appropriate levels of questions that students handle with a high rate of success; conducts lesson or instructional activity at a brisk pace, slowing presentations when necessary for student understanding but avoiding slowdowns; makes transitions between lessons and between instructional activities within lessons efficiently and smoothly; makes sure that the assignment is clear; summarizes the main point(s) of the lesson at the end of the lesson or instructional activity.
D. MAJOR FUNCTION : Instructional Monitoring of Student Performance
The teacher maintains clear, firm and reasonable work standards and due dates; circulates during class work to check all students' performance; routinely uses oral, written, and other work products to check student progress; poses questions clearly and one at a time.
E. MAJOR FUNCTION : Instructional Feedback
The teacher provides feedback on the correctness or incorrectness of in-class work to encourage student growth; regularly provides prompt feedback on assigned out-of-class work; affirms a correct oral response appropriately, and moves on; provides sustaining feedback after an incorrect response or no response by probing, repeating the question, giving a clue, or allowing more time.
F. MAJOR FUNCTION : Facilitating Instruction
The teacher has an instructional plan which is compatible with the school and system- wide curricular goals; uses diagnostic information obtained from tests and other assessment procedures to develop and revise objectives and / or tasks; maintains accurate records to document student performance; has instructional plan that matches / aligns objectives, learning strategies, assessment and student needs at the appropriate level of difficulty; uses available human and material resources to support the instructional program.
G. MAJOR FUNCTION : Interacting Within the Educational Environment
The teacher treats all students in a fair and equitable manner; interacts effectively with students, co-workers, parents, and community.
H. MAJOR FUNCTION : Performing Non-Instructional Duties
The teacher carries out non-instructional duties as assigned and / or as need is perceived; adheres to established laws, policies, rules, and regulations; follows a plan for professional development and demonstrates evidence of growth. Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Extensive knowledge of curriculum and techniques for integrating curriculum, policies, and effective classroom instructional practices;
- Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps;
- Effective time management and organizational skills;
- Strategic problem-solving skills, including the use of multiple data points;
- Ability to prepare course objectives and outlines for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of the state and the school;
- Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education;
- Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum;
- Ability to constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students, particularly when a student is participating in an inclusive activity;
- Ability to motivate and inspire students;
- Ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment;
- Ability to maintain order and discipline in a classroom and in other school environments;
- Ability to maintain files and records;
- Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, school-based staff, students, parents and the community;
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to communicate well with school personnel, employees, and central office staff;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, vendors, and the community.
Minimum Training and Experience
Minimum Qualifications or Standards Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Disclaimer
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.
