JOB GOALS:
- To instruct students in accordance with the educational philosophy course objectives and curriculum of the District
- To provide maximum learning opportunities for students in accordance with program objectives and each students abilities interests and needs
- To continuously develop his/her professional knowledge skills attitudes and behaviors in order to improve the educational opportunities of his/her students
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
INSTRUCTION
- Instructs students in accordance with the Districts philosophy of education policies and curriculum
- Directs the teaching/ learning process toward the achievement of program goals establishes specific objectives for all lessons communicates these objectives to students.
- Is prepared to instruct students assigned and has written documentation (e.g. plan book) of preparation
- Diagnoses the learning needs of students in terms of the course objectives on a continuous basis and seeks the assistance of District specialists as required
- Employs a variety of instructional techniques materials instructional media consistent with the needs interests and abilities of the students and the objectives of the course
- Assess the progress of students in terms of course objectives on a continuous basis and provides progress reports as required
- Sets a positive example for students and community by demonstrating respect and concern for students and an awareness of community values
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
- Manages and fully utilizes class time for instructional purposes
- Establishes and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning and teaching.
- Assists the Administration in implementing policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
- Promotes appropriate student behavior and attends to misbehavior when it occurs in the teachers presence whenever it is brought to a teachers attention (e.g. hallway cafeteria washrooms and grounds)
- Takes reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities
ORGANIZATION
- Conducts school-related activities in conformity with School Committee policies and administrative regulations
- Cooperates with administrators and others in developing and supporting school activities and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning and teaching
- Establishes and maintains productive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors
- Maintains accurate student records as required by law School Committee policy and administrative regulations
- Takes and records attendance accurately in classes and/or homeroom notes excessive absenteeism to supervisory personnel and parents
- Conducts routine assignments with accuracy promptness and efficiency
- Maintains an accurate inventory of materials and supplies used in carrying out assignments
- Performs all other duties as required by the school administration.
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
- Assists in the development of curriculum and methods of course/ students evaluation in cooperation with department colleagues and the administration.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT .
- Incorporates constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement in performance made by supervisors.
- Continuously self evaluates professional effectiveness in areas of curriculum classroom performance and teacherstudent staff and community relationships in order to maintain and/or improve professional competence.
- Keeps abreast of new developments in his/her instructional discipline(s) and successful educational practices and programs in order to improve the quality of the educational experiences of his/her students.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Massachusetts DESE Licensure in subject area.
- Demonstrates ability to instruct school students and to maintain purpose and order in the classroom and all other areas of the school.
- Commitment to continuously improve professional competence
- Demonstrates ability to design and deliver instruction to facilitate learning consistent with the philosophy goals curriculum and policies as established by the School Committee.