JOB DESCRIPTION

Department:

World Language

Job Title:

Russian Teacher

FLSA Status:

(Exempt/Non-exempt)

Exempt; Unit A

Reports to:

High School Principal World Language Dept. Chair

GENERAL DESCRIPTION (1-3 LINES DESCRIBING ROLE):

The Russian teacher is responsible for delivering the curriculum at various levels through an immersion-type environment as well as for assessing student learning. The teacher is also expected to maintain open communication with parents and counselors/housemasters contribute to the regular functioning and development of the World Language Department attend meetings for students and teachers attend to administrative duties and fulfill other responsibilities/duties as a member of the broader community.

This is a 0.25FTE

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors or Masters Degree
• Appropriate DESE teaching license
• Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues including but not limited to meeting the learning needs of a diverse student body split-second decision making creative delivery of content navigating technology and anti-bullying curriculum instruction.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in both English and Russian
• Ability to use technology effectively

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The World Language Department seeks a teacher who:

• Uses the target language for general instruction
• Can utilize the offerings of our digital language lab
• Has experience with people and customs from other cultures
• Commands strong content knowledge of grammar and vocabulary outside of textbook structures
• Commands knowledge of literature and other aspects of Russian culture
• Is flexible
• Can teach multiple grade and curriculum levels
• Is willing to share with other department members what he/she knows is collegial with other department members
• Believes in helping all students to help them achieve their potential including minority and low socio-economic students
• Can implement modifications and accommodations required by an IEP
• Has knowledge of the new Massachusetts Teacher Evaluation System

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES (NOT LIMITED TO):

Design and demonstrate differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students.

Plan and deliver lessons using a variety of strategies

Develop a variety of assessments to evaluate student learning

Recommend students for placement

Write a variety of student-related reports (teacher comments college recommendations IEP assessments)

Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum lesson and assessment design

Communicate effectively with students colleagues parents and the community

Perform Homeroom and Study Hall Duties

• Attend departmental and school-wide meetings
• Consistent and on-time attendance is required for supervision and instruction of the students
• Other duties as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work Environment:

Work is generally performed in a school environment during the school day however there may be occasions for afterschool meetings (ex: Back to School Night). Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function. Rarely absent or late unless the situation is of an emergency nature.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job the teacher is frequently required to walk stand sit talk and hear. The teacher is occasionally required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The teacher must have sufficient mobility to navigate within a large school building.

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.

Date Updated: 1/3/2017

Newton Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Newton Public Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race creed sex color national origin religion age sexual orientation disability or any other class as protected by law. The Newton Public Schools places a high value on diversity and active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and staff. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the district human resources office.