Job Description
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under general supervision assists students in learning subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women. Reports to the School Principal.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Cooperates in developing a program of continuous progress consistent with district goals and objectives to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of pupils.
Keep abreast of changes in school policies and students' needs and interests.
Establishes clear and appropriate objectives for all classroom activities and communicates these objectives to students.
Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
Analyzes progress of individual students on a regular basis and seeks appropriate assistance as needed.
Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of pupils.
Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteers and evaluates their performance.
Seeks the cooperation and assistance of parents through oral or written comminucation and/or home visits.
Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education related purposes when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, school policies, and administrative regulations.
Takes all necessary and resonable precautions to protect students and to properly care for all property, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies.
Is punctual and responsible in performing all duties and activities as assigned teacher.
Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing students life, conduct and behavior in a fair and just manner.
Provides for his/her own professional growth through an on-going program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced course work at institutions of higher learning.
Participates in school staff development programs as assigned by principal or superintendent.
Attends staff meetings, serves on staff committees as requested, and accepts a share of responsibility for co-curricular or toher activities as assigned by principal or superintendent.
Does not abuse sick or personal leave and is absent only when it is absolutely necessary.
Recognizes and follows the appropriate procedures in the "chain of command" as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures.
Presents a positive image of Goucher Charter Academy and Limestone Charter Association at all times.
Performs other related duties as required.
Job Specifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education and experience as required by state certification authorities.
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the school which pertain to the specific dutiies and responsibilities of the position. Knowledge in the methods for developing lesson plans and materials, and classroom activities which stimulate learning. Knowledge of the records, forms and reports which must be prepared and maintained. Knowledge of proper maintenance of equipment, materials and supplies used in daily activities. Knowledge of counseling methods necessary for handling student academic and adjustment problems. Knowledge of the materials and information must be prepared for classroom instructional activities.
SKILLS/EFFORT
Ability to provide instruction to students through explanation, demonstration, and/or supervised practice. Ability to supervise students and maintain order in various classroom and instructional activities and situations. Ability to operate general office equipment in the performance of daily activities. Ability to prepare lesson plans, tests, and instructional materials for classroom activities. Ability to identify students adjustment and/or academic problems, provide counseling and/or recommend appropriate remedial action to parents. Ability to communicate effectively ith students and their parents, district staff, and all other groups involved in the activities of the job.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Conducts duties in a classroom environment with no significant exposure to environmental conditions. Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require constant attention and working with students. Physical demands are restricted to classroom work requiring lifting/moving of items up to 25 punds. Occasional local travel is required; no overnight travel is required. Job requires the operation of standard office equipment.
RESPONSIBILITY
Responsible for classroom materials and supplies budget.
Supervises students in classroom.
Supervises instructional aides and volunteers assigned.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.
