JJOB GOAL:
To help students learn subject matter and master skills that will contribute to their overall development as mature able and responsible learners through establishing maintaining and reiteratively communicating clear behavior and learning expectations for all learners. To consistently strive to improve performance in order to aid students in meeting learning targets and goals and to provide frequent and ongoing feedback to learners and stakeholders regarding their progress towards those goals to ensure that every learner experiences success at high levels.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This position is Nine and one-fourth (9.25) month contract (190 days) plus a benefits package.NOTE:Precise placement within the salary range will be determined based on experience and LRSDs salary placement guidelines.FLSA: EXEMPT.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree minimum (some graduate work preferred).
- Must have an Arkansas Teachers license for Elementary Education K-6 or ECE P-4.
- ESOL endorsement preferred.
- Competence in the total teaching act.
- Proficiency demonstrated in the Science of Reading.
- The ability to apply current educational theory and practice; of cultural socioeconomic ethnic and gender differences; and the principles of child growth and development when working with students parents administrators community members and support staff.
- Willingness to participate in on-going staff development the ability to effectively differentiate instruction and sensitivity to cultural differences.
- Commitment to staff development and to apply new techniques in the classroom.
- The ability and willingness to construct hands-on education materials to be utilized in the teaching of identified curriculum skills and concepts.
- Submission of a 5-10 minute video demonstrating the learning experience in your classroom required.
NOTE: The comprehensive instructional plan ofAdult Education envisions quality rigorous engaging grade-level instruction for all learners in every class every day. The vision is to departmentalize instruction for students to build competence and support mastery for all learners.
Such alternatives and additions to the above qualifications may be deemed appropriate by the Superintendent. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position.
- Meets and instructs assigned classes in the location and at the time designated.
- Plans a program of GED preparation study that includes vocational math that as much as possible meets the individual needs interests and abilities of the adult students.
- Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the adult students.
- Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the coordinator.
- Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with those goals establishes clear objectives for all lessons units projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
- Employs a variety of instructional techniques consistent with the physical limitations of the site provided and the needs and capabilities of the students.
- Assesses the accomplishments of students and provides progress reports.
- Integrates mathematics with other content areas by illustrating mathematical applications relevant to construction.
- Supports the vision and mission of the Adult Education Center by working collaboratively with the administration and ALL staff to create a positive safe and learner-centered environment.
- Maintains accurate complete and correct records as required by law district policy and administrative regulation.
- Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or procedures governing student life conduct wellness and academic mastery.
- Guides the learning process toward the achievements of curriculum goals by establishing and communicating clear objectives for all lessons units and projects; integrates skills into units and learning centers in the classroom.
- Serves as a model classroom for the building and District; allows administrators teachers parents and other stakeholders to observe in the classroom as requested; provides technical assistance shares information and resources with other teachers and staff.
- Monitors individual and/or group activities to prevent accidents and promote social skills; takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment material and facilities.
- Meets and instructs assigned class in the location and at the times designated; works collaboratively with content and grade-level team members; attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required; makes commitment to time necessary for participating in District/school sponsored staff development; strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Performs other duties as may be assigned.
NOTE:
INTERESTED APPLICANTS WILL ENGAGE IN A RIGOROUS APPLICATION PROCESS. SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLYGUARANTEEAN INTERVIEW.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mental Functions Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit stand walk go up and down stairs operate foot and hand controls use a telephone and write. Occasionally the employee must lift and/or move up to twenty (20) or more pounds. This position requires accurate perceiving of sound near and far vision depth perception handling and working with educational materials and/or objects and providing oral information. Must have the ability to work for the duration of the daily contracted time period and to be physically present and at assigned work with only infrequent unexcused absences during the contract year. Additional technical skills knowledge and abilities may be recommended by immediate supervisor and approved by the Human Resources Director.