JOB GOAL:Guide and assist students in learning subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature able and responsible citizens.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESshall include but not be limited to the following:
- Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and times designated
- Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs interests and abilities of the students in accordance with State and District requirements for curriculum
- Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
- Prepare for assigned classes. Show written evidence of instructional planning following established District format
- Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals. Based on these goals establish clear objectives for all lessons units projects etc.
- Encourage students to set and maintain acceptable standards of classroom behavior
- Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the students
- Assist students to become selfdirected learners
- Understand and apply knowledge about student growth and development in order to provide maximum student learning
- Implement the Districts philosophy of education the instructional goals and objectives
- Participate in school goal setting achievement and assessment
- Recognize the learning disabilities of students and provide an appropriate instructional program to meet those needs
- Enforce safety precautions and guidelines to protect students equipment materials and facilities
- Maintain accurate complete and correct records as required by law District policy and administrative regulations
- Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules of classroom behavior procedure and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and equitable manner
- Make provisions to be available for educational related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested
- Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and provide input on aide/volunteer performance
- Maintain and improve personal/professional competence
- Attend staff meetings and serve on District/school committees as required
- Prepare substitute guidelines and lesson plans in timely manner
- Enforce and follow the policies and administrative regulations of the District
- Perform all duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Required: Valid Arizona Teachers Certificate
NCLB Highly Qualified Status for core subject area teacher
Special Criteria
Professional appearance and demeanor
Knowledge/Skills
- Instructional Skills
- Planning Skills
- Knowledge and Use of Materials
- Knowledge of Content
- Classroom Management Skills
- Human Relations
- Personal/Professional Skills
Basic Skills
- Ability to maintain rapport and composure with parents students staff and the general public.
- Ability to recognize potential problems and take steps to prevent hazards.
Language Skills
Ability to read analyze and interpret written documents. Ability to respond effectively to inquiries or complaints. Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to work with mathematical concepts.
Reasoning ability
Ability to apply principles of reason and logic for problemsolving purposes.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger handle or feel objects tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand walk bend and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop or kneel. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
HIGHLIGHTS OF WORKING AT THE NEWLY REMODELED MCDOWELL MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
- Themed collaborative spaces
- Supportive community
- Active PTO
- Worklife balance
- Small class sizes
- Remodeled building
- Themed library
- New playground(s)
- Honors/Gifted Program
- Dance room and cooking lab
- And so much more to come!
* Salary range listed below includes $3500 of 301 monies. The total amount left to earn may fluctuate based on the information given by the state. The projected amount for 301 for theschool year is $7200.