Teacher (K-12)

PAY GRADE: Certified Salary Schedule

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The job of Teacher (K-12) is done for the purpose/s of planning, organizing and implementing an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

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• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
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• Develop schemes of work and lesson plans
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• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
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• Prepare classroom for class activities
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• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
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• Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs
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• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
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• Use relevant technology to support instruction
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• Observe and evaluate students’ performance and development
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• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments
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• Provide appropriate feedback on work
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• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students
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• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
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• Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations
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• Prepare required reports on students and activities
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• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
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• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
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• Apply appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary
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• Perform certain pastoral duties but not limited to student support, counseling students with academic problems and providing student encouragement
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• Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations
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• Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings
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• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
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• Keep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
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• Other duties as assigned
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EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require):

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• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution
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• Meet professional teacher education requirements of school, district and state
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• Single subject teaching credential or certification if teaching a specialized subject
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• State certification
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• Relevant teaching experience
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• Knowledge of relevant technology
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• SEI Endorsement required
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KEY COMPETENCIES (position requirements at entry):

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• Self-motivation
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• High energy level
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• Verbal and written communication skills
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• Attention to detail
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• High work standards
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• Problem solving
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• Decision making
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• Organizing and planning
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• Learning orientation
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• Critical thinking
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• Stress tolerance
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• Flexibility
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• Adaptability
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• Initiative
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

NOTE:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.