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TRIVALLEY LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB DESCRIPTION
HIGH SCHOOL SUBJECT AREA TEACHER
Reports to: Principal
Job Objectives: Plans implements and evaluates student learning experiences. Helps students identify goals and make appropriate choices. Encourages parental involvement.
Minimum Valid Ohio teachers license or certificate appropriate for the assignment.
Qualifications: Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g. a negative tuberculosis test etc.).
- A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
- Complies with drugfree workplace rules and board policies.
Responsibilities The following duties are representative of performance expectations. A reasonable
and Essential accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to
Functions: perform essential functions.
- Prepares the assigned classroom. Requisitions supplies and equipment. Promotes the proper use and care of school property.
- Teaches scheduled classes. Documents teaching performance objectives. Creates effective learning experiences. Ensures that lesson plans align with state academic standards and/or the districts adopted courses of study.
- Submits written lesson plans according to building procedures. Provides prompt notification of absences. Ensures that teaching materials class lists and classroom procedures are readily available for substitutes.
- Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.
- Encourages parent/community partnerships that enhance district programs.
- Implements effective pupil management procedures. Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code.
- Develops and maintains a positive learning environment. Helps parents and students understand academic and behavioral objectives.
- Evaluates the needs of students based on all available information. Plans student interventions. Varies instructional techniques to address individual learning styles.
- Facilitates criticalthinking problemsolving and creativity skills.
- Collaborates with other teachers. Shares knowledge and resources that enhance learning.
- Incorporates the effective use of available technology in records management and instructional activities. Upholds computer technology acceptable use policies.
- Proctors standardized and alternative tests as directed. Follows test security procedures. Helps students with contentarea preparation activities.
- Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.
- Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
- Evaluates student achievement/performance and assigns grades. Prepares progress reports. Consults with parents as needed (e.g. phone calls notes meetings etc.).
- Takes precautions to ensure safety. Watches for conduct that may indicate a problem. Works with staff to eliminate unacceptable behavior.
- Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect as required by law.
- Makes a referral for student assistance/intervention when a need is indicated.
- Helps prepare and implement Section 504 and Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for classroom students meeting eligibility requirements.
- Provides opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in appropriate learning activities.
- Supervises nonclassroom duties when assigned during school hours.
- Participates in conferences and other required school events.
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- Encourages parent organizations. Participates in schoolsponsored activities as time permits.
- Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities.
- Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
- Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
- Performs other specific jobrelated duties as directed.
Abilities The following characteristics and physical skills are important for the successful
Required: performance of assigned duties.
- Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
- Organizes tasks and manages time effectively.
- Skillfully manages individual group and organizational interactions.
- Effectively uses listening observation reading verbal nonverbal and writing skills.
- Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
- Exhibits consistency resourcefulness and resilience.
- Exercises tact and selfcontrol when dealing with other individuals.
- Completes paperwork accurately. Verifies and correctly enters data.
- Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
Working Exposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on
Conditions: circumstances and factors that may not be predictable.
- Duties may require lifting carrying and moving workrelated supplies/equipment.
- Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
- Duties may require traveling to meetings and work assignments.
- Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.
- Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens and communicable diseases.
- Potential for interaction with aggressive disruptive and/or unruly individuals.
Performance Job performance is evaluated according to negotiated agreements and policy provisions
Evaluation: adopted by the TriValley Local School District Board of Education.
The TriValley Local School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race color religion gender national origin age or disability. Employees shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the district. This job description summary does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables emerging technologies improved operating procedures productivity factors and unforeseen events. Revised: 8/03