Title : Teacher
Reports to / Supervised by : Building Principal
Job Goal :
To help students do the following :
- Master subject areas specified by the district's curriculum guides
- Demonstrate that mastery on local, state and national assessments that are the foundational elements of the school accreditation process
- Develop into mature, able and responsible citizens
Qualifications :
A valid building-level / subject area license issued by the Kansas State Board of EducationAbility to work cooperatively and constructively with others, including the ability to communicate effectively with a broad number of audiencesEffective management of job responsibilities to meet the established district outcomesUse of district-identified computer hardware and software, as well as other district-provided technology as neededAdaptation to the compressed time schedule of a school day and yearAs many of their duties will be supervising groups of children without the benefit of additional help or administrative supervision, the job requires significant self-discipline, internal motivation, and sound judgmentPerformance Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following :
Oversee safe and orderly classroomsCreate a safe and orderly environment that facilitates positive behavior and learning for all studentsTake appropriate action when students exhibit emotionally / physically distressed behaviorsSupervise students as assignedEnsure student achievement for all student groupsMonitor progress of individual students and student groups through the use of appropriate testing techniques and with the assistance of technology when appropriateBuild positive school / community relations
Support the mission of the school and the districtFacilitate cooperation between all persons in the school communityLead the students in developing constructive peer and student / teacher relations
Assist students in development of appropriate communication skillsFollows all district policies, handbooks and regulationsOversee effective and efficient student performance
Assist students in development of cognitive skillsSet high expectations for learning for all students, based on their individual needsUse a variety of instructional materials, activities and approaches appropriate to the needs of individual learnersDevelop and monitor plans of improvement for students who are not meeting academic goalsPractice responsible fiscal, facility, and resource management
Procure classroom supplies and equipment following building budget guidelinesEstablish behavior guidelines that ensure the care and maintenance of district facilities and equipmentModel positive professional attributes
Participate in professional activities to enhance knowledge and skillsUse written and spoken language wellMaintain parental contactHandle student work in a timely, confidential and effective mannerMaintain classroom hours sufficient to meet job expectationsPerform other duties as assigned and in accordance with the provisions of the USD 464 Board of EducationEvaluation : Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the USD 464 Board of Education's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel and / or the district's Negotiated Agreement.
Work Year : 178.5 days
Appointment : One year subject to annual review and renewal
