What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home/Hospital Teacher position at To be determined?
Home and Hospital Teachers are part-time, non-contracted employees who are hired on a per student basis. A Wicomico County teacher may also serve as a home and hospital teacher.
Salary:
$ 35/hour No benefits.
Hours:
Ten-month contractual position, on-call basis. Up to 27 hours per week.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required. Teacher certification preferred.
Must be flexible with regard to working a variety of hours.
Must have reliable transportation for travel throughout the county.
Position Summary:
It is the responsibility of the Home Hospital teacher to instruct students on an individual basis in a home, hospital, or community setting in a variety of subject areas for the period of time a referred student is out of school.
Home and Hospital teachers act as the liaison between the students, parents, and the home schools to help students remain current with their regular class.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Provides appropriate grade level course instruction based on the mandated curriculum in a variety of settings and locations throughout the Wicomico County. Keeps assigned student(s) on pace with the curriculum to prepare student(s) for the eventual return to school.
Utilizes appropriate instructional materials, resources, and technology, to enhance instruction and engage student, while supporting their diverse needs, modifications, and accommodations.
Offers instruction to assist student in reaching their academic Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) goals, as applicable.
Responsible for following the modifications/accommodations outlined in a student's IEP or 504 Plan, as applicable
Provides the required number of instructional hours and documents all content/curriculum covered at each session.
Provides timely feedback concerning student progress to parents/guardians and secures parental/guardian consent or acknowledgement for each session
Implements positive behavior management strategies to support a positive learning relational environment.
Maintains and logs communication with student's family, school-based point of contact (school counselors, teachers, and
IEP/504 teams, as appropriate), and Home and Hospital Teaching (HHT) Dept.
Attends required meetings/trainings by WCPS, HHT Dept, and school-based team, as appropriate.
Follows all procedures and policies in compliance with the state law, HHT Department, and Board of Education Policies.
Completes reports and paperwork in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary : $35
