Teacher

POSITION:                 TEACHER

RESPONSIBLE TO:  BUILDING PRINCIPAL

JOB GOAL:                To participate as a member of the instructional team and to direct learning activities of students in the attainment of subject, school and system objectives. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university
• Appropriate State of Ohio teaching certifications/license
• Meet the applicable requirements of a “highly qualified” teacher under the No Child Left Behind Act within the appropriate timelines
• Willing to help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board Of Education may find appropriate

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

I.          INSTRUCTIONAL

A. Planning educational experiences for pupils must both be a continuous and a flexible process.  To this end teachers should:

     1.     Be aware of pupil records and previous experience.

     2.     Assemble and organize resources in relation to their teaching assignments.

                 3.     Direct learning activities toward the fulfillment of the goals of their 

                        established curriculum, communicating these goals and instructional

                        procedures to students.

                        B.  Lesson plans will be used by teachers in order to facilitate preparation.  Lesson

                              Plans should:

                             1.     Be available at all times as a guide for teachers, principals, supervisors and 

                                    substitute teachers.

                             2.     Be submitted weekly to the building principal, in accordance with the 

                                    faculty handbook or negotiated agreement.

                             3.     Include objectives, procedures for attaining objectives, a plan for 

                                    evaluation and some estimate of time allotments.

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                        C. Because of the diversity of learning styles and abilities of both teachers and 

                             Students, teachers will:

                             1.     Employ varied styles of teaching and evaluation to facilitate student 

                                    understanding, and to develop critical thinking and problem-solving

                                    skills.

                             2.     Give assistance to all pupils in their studies.

                             3.     Demonstrate a competent knowledge of the subject matter and an 

                                    understanding of the connections between the past, present, and 

                                    future content being taught.    

                 4.   Develop methods and incorporate available materials and equipment for the 

                       level of student being taught, communicating challenging learning 

                       expectations to each student.

II.        CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

                        A. Teachers will ensure that all assigned classroom time is utilized toward the 

                             fulfillment of academic goals and that student efforts are directed toward that end.  Each teacher shall:

                             1.   Follow and/or prepare a daily time schedule which has been approved by 

                                   the principal.  A copy of this schedule shall be filed with the principal 

                                   within two (2) weeks after the beginning of the school term.

                             2.   Give careful attention to the learning environment, attending to the physical

                                   conditions of the room in matters of health, safety, and comfort and 

                                   providing a stimulating learning atmosphere (all unsatisfactory conditions

                                   beyond teacher control shall be reported to the principal or designee).

                             3.   Develop, communicate and maintain consistent classroom discipline

                                   strategies which encourage and promote teacher-pupil interaction and

                                   mutual respect, rapport, promotes a positive self image, and fosters a sense 

                                   of self-responsibility.

                        B. Teachers will keep the building principal informed of situations that have the 

                             potential of needing or requiring his/her involvement.

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III.       PROFESSIONAL RELATIONSHIPS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

                        A. Communication is the foundation of relationships that ultimately provide the   best environment for students. Towards that end, teachers shall:

                                   1.  Demonstrate an ability to communicate clearly and effectively with, and

                                        seek assistant of: students, parents, fellow teachers, administration, the

                                        school community, and specialized district or county personnel.

                                   2.   Become acquainted with the parents of their students insofar as practical

                                         and to contact them in matters concerning their child’s welfare.

                                   3.   Work cooperatively with colleagues.

                        B. Due to the necessity of a smoothly operating school environment, teachers will:

                                   1.   Keep academic, attendance, and disciplinary records on each student 

                                         and make all reports as directed by the principal or superintendent.

                                   2.   Adhere to and support all policies of the Board of Education and

                                         administrative rules and regulations, as long as they are consistent

                                         with the law and the teacher negotiated agreement.

                       3.   Become familiar with, and follow the instructions outlined in the

                             in the teacher handbook prepared by the building principal.

                       4.   Attend all faculty meetings called by the principal or the

                             superintendent, unless excused by the person calling the meeting.

                       5.   Be punctual and present at school and at assigned class periods.

                       6.   Be responsible for the careful use of all school property and equipment

                             entrusted to them.

                       7.  Accept homeroom or duty assignments and handle the details of these

                           assignments as indicated by the principal.  Teachers are also expected to

                           share in supervising non-classroom activities during the teacher day.

                       8.  Maintain proper discipline and control to ensure an effective learning

                           climate by enforcing school rules and regulations.

                       9.  Provide for his/her own professional growth through advanced course

                           work, seminar or conference attendance, reading of professional journals

                           or pertinent subject matter material and visitations.

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IV.    Teachers shall perform such other duties and/or requests as may be directed by the administration as long as they are consistent with the law and the teacher negotiated agreement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT CHARACTERISTIC CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics, describe here, are not listed in order of importance, and are representative of those an employee encounters while completing the duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.

• Frequent work that may extend beyond the normal workday
• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
• Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions
• Occasional interaction among unruly children/adults
• Many situations that require hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing and writing
• Consistent requirements to sit, stand, walk, hear, see, read and speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel and climb and stoop
• Consistent requirements to lift, carry, push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 50 pounds

EVALUATION:      Performance of the teacher responsibilities will be evaluated by the building administrator, as assigned by the superintendent.